| 单词 | prepossess |
| 例句 | It was the first time in his life he had been summoned to a principal’s office for disciplinary reasons and he did not find the circumstances prepossessing in any way. The Great Santini 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z Even the British explorer Sir Richard Francis Burton wasn’t immune: “Truly prepossessing was our first view of the then mysterious island of Zanzibar,” he wrote in “Zanzibar: City, Island, and Coast” in 1872. Zanzibar in the Rain 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z Improvisation wasn’t the driving point, but its challenge was still decisively met with a handful of prepossessing solos by Mr. Olatuja on five-string electric bass and Christian Sands, on piano and electric keyboard. Music Review: E. J. Strickland Project and Olatuja Project at 92Y Tribeca 2012-01-19T23:32:37Z Hammer, who played the Winklevoss twins in The Social Network and Snow White’s Prince Charming in Mirror Mirror, is pretty but not prepossessing — good-looking in a soap-opera-actor way, without seizing the screen. The Lone Ranger: Lost in a Western Myth 2013-07-02T18:21:11Z His appearance was, of course, prepossessing—his huge body clothed entirely in white, his signature snap-brim cap above a dark black beard. Two Days with Paul Prudhomme 2015-10-13T04:00:00Z Henley and Keynes, the picture's two young stars, are no more prepossessing than they were in the earlier episodes. Richard Corliss reviews The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 2010-12-09T19:20:00Z He’s parlayed a prepossessing personality into comically self-deprecating performances as himself on the TV shows “Entourage” and “How I Met Your Mother.” It’s O.K. With Ralph Macchio if You Call Him the Karate Kid 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z It featured “ten lady boarders, finely dressed and very accomplished and prepossessing.” Mike Huckabee’s worst nightmare: Meet the radical sisters who revolutionized 19th century America 2014-03-09T15:00:00Z She was by all accounts a prepossessing woman, with flaxen, pompadoured hair and blue eyes. Hazel’s brutal murder was all but forgotten. Until she inspired ‘Twin Peaks.’ 2017-05-10T04:00:00Z Despite their charms, streetwalkers on fashionable Broadway—“smart, good-looking, well educated, prepossessing”—were also poison. Mike Huckabee’s worst nightmare: Meet the radical sisters who revolutionized 19th century America 2014-03-09T15:00:00Z He was not a physically prepossessing young fellow. The Novelist Who Saw Middle America as It Really Was 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z Less prepossessing technologically but equally curious historically is a 17th-century iron crucifix, with Jesus represented as a seated, Buddha-like figure at its center. Art In Review: NEW YORK ARTS OF PACIFIC ASIA SHOW 2012-03-22T20:33:26Z McLEAN, Va. — The campaign manager spoke about her candidate’s race with a veteran’s prepossessing self-assurance. A Wave of Young Women Running Campaigns (and Changing Politics) 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z Neatly depicting a prepossessing waiter, Ben Houghton also occasionally tinkles away at a grand piano and lends his tenor voice to several Coward songs such as “If Love Were All.” Review: ‘A Song at Twilight’ at Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey 2016-05-20T04:00:00Z And yet, the globetrotter produces much of his work about an hour from the City of Light in his creative home-away-from-home in Saint-Luc, Normandy — prepossessing as much for its design as for its bucolic environs. A French Watercolorist’s Countryside Escape 2016-01-12T05:00:00Z Old Batavia is a respite from the traffic and smog of Jakarta, perhaps South-East Asia’s least prepossessing capital. They wish you were here 2015-11-12T05:00:00Z Now Serena is on a quest to complete a calendar Grand Slam of the four major championships and is physically the far more prepossessing player. Finding success at All-England club, where everyone is strung a little tight 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z But it seems to be encoded in her bone structure, the sense that anyone that soothingly prepossessing isn’t fully engaged with the mundane realities of this world. Rosamund Pike: the slow burner poised to move into the big time 2014-10-04T04:00:00Z When they arrive at the table, there is nothing prepossessing about the fried artichokes served at La Vara, a four-month-old Spanish restaurant in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. Restaurant Review: La Vara in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn — Restaurant Review 2012-08-21T22:26:33Z Two years later, the Hearst Corporation asked Ms. Brown to take over Cosmopolitan, one of its less prepossessing magazines. Helen Gurley Brown, Who Gave Cosmopolitan Its Purr, Is Dead at 90 2012-08-13T21:30:01Z In fact certain types of morons, usually cunning, often prepossessing and superficially clever, are characterized by good memories and will moralize volubly, although their wills are too weak to inhibit impulses when they face temptation. Being Well-Born An Introduction to Eugenics 2012-05-22T15:16:53.140Z She was very plain and far from prepossessing in appearance, and utterly uneducated, for the family had risen from very humble circumstances. Sidelights on Chinese Life 2012-04-21T02:00:23.993Z His prepossessing charm and ways of a man of the world secured him much sympathy. My Mission to London 1912-1914 2012-04-17T02:00:14.497Z Now he was greeted by a smiling and prepossessed young lady, who had extracted a muslin gown from the stock in the wardrobe, and whose piquant face was crowned by a wealth of brown hair. The House 'Round the Corner 2012-04-14T02:00:22.063Z But with all these traits of beauty, there were one or two drawbacks, both in feature and expression, which rendered his aspect by no means so prepossessing as it otherwise might have been. Henry of Guise; (Vol. I of 3) or, The States of Blois 2012-04-11T02:00:31.930Z He kept working his mouth about, as if he were chewing some of his vile tobacco; and, on the whole, I cannot conceive an expression more menacing, a countenance less prepossessing. Treasure of Kings Being the Story of the Discovery of the \\"Big Fish,\\" or the Quest of the Greater Treasure of the Incas of Peru. 2012-04-09T02:00:30.007Z But its appearance was not prepossessing, for it differed from most of the other little houses in the village inasmuch as it was not, like them, half hidden by roses and creepers climbing over it. The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure 2012-04-06T02:00:24.610Z There was nothing very prepossessing in her external appearance; at first it was almost repulsive. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z William Lowndes, a young man, and though not a good speaker, nor prepossessing in his appearance, carried great influence by mere weight of character, and the consistency and firmness of his political opinions. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z Already prepossessed in favor of the Chinese knowledge and morality in non-technical matters, he did not demand the introduction of Western social methods as well. The Political Doctrines of Sun Yat-sen: An Exposition of the San Min Chu I 2012-04-04T02:00:55.303Z The colony at this time comprised forty-six persons, mostly grown-up young people, all of prepossessing appearance. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z Laud was greatly prepossessed in Margaret’s favour; he had heard much of her at Ipswich, and had been long anxious to see her. The History of Margaret Catchpole A Suffolk Girl 2012-04-03T02:00:27.997Z Despite so many circumstances to prepossess him in favor of the Americans, he appears not a very ardent admirer of what he witnesses about him. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z It is good-breeding alone that can prepossess people in your favour at first sight, more time being necessary to discover greater talents. 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 Her skin looked rough, and her features were not prepossessing. Baron Bruno Or, the Unbelieving Philosopher, and Other Fairy Stories 2012-03-28T02:00:24.407Z On the contrary, the coasts of Australia did not appear prepossessing, while the natives were wretched and squalid. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z Edward Barry saw and admired his brother’s choice, for until then he had never been prepossessed in her favour. The History of Margaret Catchpole A Suffolk Girl 2012-04-03T02:00:27.997Z To incline to one side; to give a particular direction to; to influence; to prejudice; to prepossess. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z Whereas a genteel manner prepossesses people in your favor, bends them towards you, and makes them wish to be like you. 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 Her appearance was certainly against her, her face at first sight being anything but a prepossessing one. It May Be True, Vol. III (of III) 2012-03-20T02:00:14.013Z He is much below the middle size, and with his white hat and long chocolate frock-coat, was far from prepossessing in his appearance. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z Women have a knack of flaunting all that is prepossessing and of concealing that which is unattractive in them. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z Videlicet, the Central Restaurant, sir, in London, continuously chock-a-block on curry day when my dishes, prepared Indian fashion, were the delight of city gents and ladies of prepossessing appearance who feed there regular as clock-work. Settlers and Scouts 2012-03-17T02:01:06.297Z They are prepossessed by theological problems, they love the seven arts, and are a trifle decadent; though when action is demanded they do not fail to respond. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z Among others who attended, was a young sailor of intelligent and prepossessing countenance. Noble Deeds of American Women With Biographical Sketches of Some of the More Prominent 2012-03-10T03:00:13.687Z It represents that accomplished villain with rather slight features, and, barring a look of cool determination about his well-formed lips, with rather a prepossessing countenance. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z The building itself was in good condition, though the surroundings were far from prepossessing, when it was burned by the British in 1814. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z Did not their prepossessed imaginations make them see what did not exist? 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 Certainly it was not a prepossessing countenance, but, just as certainly, it was an honest one. Out of a Labyrinth 2012-02-17T03:00:38.887Z As a man, she might have been called handsome; her general appearance was extremely prepossessing, and her manner calculated to inspire confidence. Noble Deeds of American Women With Biographical Sketches of Some of the More Prominent 2012-03-10T03:00:13.687Z Dr. Palmer’s personal appearance is by no means prepossessing. The Iron Furnace Slavery and Secession 2012-02-14T03:00:24.963Z "I was prepossessed in favor of the Young Lady the moment I saw her," he said. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z On entering cities and villages, inform yourself of such credulous people as are very charitable and prepossessed in our favor. 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 I had been much prepossessed in his favour not only from Dr. Bruce's high opinion of him but by the unbounded love and reverence which my interpreter has for him. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume I (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:15.857Z Her countenance was by no means handsome, but the expression was gentle and agreeable, and her whole appearance lady-like and prepossessing. The Monctons A Novel: Volume 2 (of 2) 2012-02-11T03:03:50.943Z The prisoner whom I addressed was a tall gentleman, with a very intellectual countenance, and of prepossessing manners. The Iron Furnace Slavery and Secession 2012-02-14T03:00:24.963Z He is probably about forty-five years of age, rather short of stature, and not particularly imposing or prepossessing in appearance. The Genius of Scotland or Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion 2012-02-11T03:03:41.800Z Moreover, not only did the facility of conquering the French prepossess him in favour of this journal; but also the circumstance that it—cost him nothing. Translations from the German (Vol 3 of 3) Tales by Musaeus, Tieck, Richter 2012-02-08T03:00:20.643Z Its first appearance is not prepossessing, as it has no high steeples. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z He was a man of prepossessing appearance and easy manners, and he had now and then paid her a deferential homage which was not unpleasant. A Prairie Courtship 2012-02-01T03:00:12.830Z I am, of course, another careless seafarer, a friend of his, and I can understand that what you have seen of me has not prepossessed you in my favour. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z Nothing could be said by the most devout of seniors against so prepossessing a title-page. The Life of George Borrow 2012-01-26T03:00:14.707Z That means that my appearance is not prepossessing. The Eldest Son 2012-01-24T03:00:28.780Z The time had been when Mr Disraeli's attacks on her friend Sir Robert Peel had prepossessed her greatly against him. Queen Victoria As I Knew Her 2012-01-22T03:00:23.263Z “Well, we washed him up a little when we saw that he was a Caucasian, and I got a fair impression of his face, which wasn’t a prepossessing one, by any means.” The River Motor Boat Boys on the Mississippi On the Trail to the Gulf 2012-01-20T03:00:10.933Z It was a type he was by no means fond of, and he was quite aware that circumstances were scarcely likely to prepossess a man of that description in his favour. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z The tortoiseshell character of its plumage gives the adult birds a very prepossessing appearance around the homestead, and a striking character in the exhibition room. Poultry A Practical Guide to the Choice, Breeding, Rearing, and Management of all Descriptions of Fowls, Turkeys, Guinea-fowls, Ducks, and Geese, for Profit and Exhibition. 2012-01-19T03:00:19.390Z They were unquestionably disinterested; and they were made with a plainness rather prepossessing to one who had so lately experienced the hollowness of more flowery profession. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Tho’ I am extremely prepossessed in Favour of England and Englishmen; yet I cannot help agreeing with many others, that they are more amiable, and more sociable Abroad, than they are at Home. The Memoirs of Charles-Lewis, Baron de Pollnitz, Volume II Being the Observations He Made in His Late Travels From Prussia thro' Germany, Italy, France, Flanders, Holland, England, &C. in Letters to His Friend. Discovering Not Only the Present State of the Chief Cities and Towns; but the Characters of the Principal Persons at the Several Courts. 2012-01-07T03:00:17.127Z She seemed to be about thirty years of age, very prepossessing in appearance, and evidently belonged to one of the “F. F. V’s.” Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z He is far from prepossessing in personal appearance, and his Voice is disagreeable; and yet he wins your attention from the start.. Abraham Lincoln, Volume 2 (of 2) The True Story of a Great Life 2012-01-05T03:00:32.877Z Thus her friend had been prompted to go forth and look for help, and had been attracted by the prepossessing exterior of Mills. The Money Gods 2012-01-04T03:00:39.617Z I was shown into the presence of an elderly lady of very prepossessing appearance. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z He was smartly dressed and had an alert look, but while there was nothing particular in his appearance that she could object to, she was not prepossessed in his favor. Harding of Allenwood 2011-12-21T03:00:21.617Z Instead of the old hag we imagined she would be, we were agreeably surprised to find a young girl of very prepossessing appearance, who smiled pleasantly on us, shook hands and made signs. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z He was not a very prepossessing old man to look at; to begin with, he hardly looked old at all. The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z Tired as he was, Bertie was not by any means so prepossessed by the appearance of the bed as his companion seemed to be. A Hero of Romance 2011-11-30T03:00:11.457Z He was a young man of a very prepossessing appearance, tall and handsome enough for a hero of romance. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z Foster Lane was neither very prepossessing nor distinctly the reverse in appearance. The Mistress of Bonaventure 2011-11-28T03:00:22.190Z Also she was very evidently prepossessed in favor of the man who had saved her from the river. On Secret Service Detective-Mystery Stories Based on Real Cases Solved By Government Agents 2011-11-26T03:00:14.947Z Claire was not prepossessed, but at the same time she took the little creature's hand very socially, and listened to her brisk confidences with amiable heed. An Ambitious Woman A Novel 2011-11-23T03:00:54.137Z Paul's interesting and by no means ordinary face prepossessed everybody in his favor; Monsieur Vermoncey addressed him kindly: "You wish to speak to me, my friend?" San-Cravate; or, The Messengers; Little Streams 2011-11-14T03:00:22.247Z And then her lady-like ease, and the total absence of all affectation, rendered her graceful and prepossessing. The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book 2011-11-13T03:00:12.183Z Burr’s character was licentious and unscrupulous, but his appearance and manners were highly prepossessing; he made friends wherever he went. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume I (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:08.903Z The outskirts of Calne are not prepossessing, nor does the long, stony street of mean characterless stone houses that leads to the centre of the little town alter the stranger’s view. The Bath Road History, Fashion, & Frivolity on an Old Highway 2011-11-06T02:00:11.073Z His talents and accomplishments were of course the cause of this distinction; besides that his personal advantages were such as to prepossess every one in his favor. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z Though the outside of their dwelling was not prepossessing, the inside was so clean that I felt as if I had dropped into heaven. Alone with the Hairy Ainu or, 3,800 miles on a pack saddle in Yezo and a cruise to the Kurile Islands. 2011-10-30T02:00:10.270Z Every one that saw her chiselled features and prepossessing appearance believed that some angelic beauty,—the embodiment of loveliness itself—had descended upon earth in the shape of a lovely damsel. 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 Most of the human race, by one means or other are prepossessed with principles opposed to the religion of reason. Reason, The Only Oracle of Man Or a Compendius System of Natural Religion 2011-10-12T02:00:53.110Z For, say they, your parents and preceptors are delirious and stupid, and neither know what is truly good, nor are able to effect it, being prepossessed with trifles of an unusual nature. Arguments Of Celsus, Porphyry, And The Emperor Julian, Against The Christians Also Extracts from Diodorus Siculus, Josephus, and Tacitus, Relating to the Jews, Together with an Appendix 2011-10-12T02:00:42.117Z It was M. Cazotte, an agreeable and original gentleman; but who, unfortunately, was prepossessed by the idle imaginations of those who believe in a higher inspiration. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z Darrell knew the man by sight, having seen him lately hanging about the diggings, and had not been much prepossessed by his appearance. Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z His scholastic attainments were pronounced to be of very superior order, but not being blessed with a prepossessing appearance, he was rejected. 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 The foregoing theory of creation and providence will probably be rejected by most people in this country, inasmuch as they are prepossessed with the theology of Moses, which represents creation to have a beginning. Reason, The Only Oracle of Man Or a Compendius System of Natural Religion 2011-10-12T02:00:53.110Z That approach was not prepossessing, for on crossing the threshold you found yourself more or less in the kitchen—amid the “offices” and struck with their assault on your nostril. Lady Barbarina The Siege of London, An International Episode and Other Tales 2011-10-06T02:00:37.063Z Studying them through the glasses, Grahame saw they had an unkempt appearance, and he was not prepossessed in favor of the one whom he took to be the captain. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z The boy's features have no resemblance to those of his mother," said Culpepper; "still there is something in his look that at once prepossessed me in his favour. Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners 2011-10-01T02:00:32.597Z He appeared to have no relish for anything gay; and in spite of the prepossessing amenity of his manners, an observation struck me often, he seemed to be of bronze. Napoleon's Letters to Josephine 2011-09-23T02:00:21.947Z And Dodo isn’t bad looking, even if she isn’t as prepossessing as I used to be—and am yet, I can say.” Polly and Her Friends Abroad 2011-09-18T02:00:29.443Z They were received with all honour by the proprietor, a young man of prepossessing appearance, graceful manners, and frank address. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 21 2011-09-09T02:01:06.280Z Dickens describes Squeers as a man “whose appearance was not prepossessing.” Dickens As an Educator 2011-09-02T02:00:22.320Z As Finlay was prepossessed with the governor's plans, the governor set about putting them into execution. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z These animals are of such extreme beauty and so prepossessing in manners, and so noble withal, that they never fail to make friends wherever they go. In Touch with Nature Tales and Sketches from the Life 2011-08-31T02:01:35.803Z I was not agreeably prepossessed with this lady, and I do not anticipate pleasure from the visit. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z What could be seen of the face beneath the slouch hat was not prepossessing when Valeria had finished with it. Pink Gods and Blue Demons 2011-08-31T02:01:22.827Z She had a plump person, and a face which was prepossessing solely from its expression of honest good-nature. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z The eighth man was a young man, of prepossessing appearance, unmasked, and had his hands bound behind his back. No title 2011-08-23T02:00:29.833Z I am perfectly sure that Danger knew he was not very prepossessing in appearance, and that he looked a fierce dog, though he did not feel it. In Touch with Nature Tales and Sketches from the Life 2011-08-31T02:01:35.803Z Had it occurred to him that a mild interest in a prepossessing young woman held possibilities of unexpected development he would promptly have banished the captivating Peggy from the place she engaged in his thoughts. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z For the rest her appearance had nothing prepossessing. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 3 "Frost" to "Fyzabad" 2011-08-15T02:00:28.473Z With regard to his personal appearance, it does not seem to have been remarkably prepossessing. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume I (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:25.307Z Mary’s first interview with the envoys from Elizabeth, prepossessed them both in her favour. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume II (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:23.870Z When they saw that Chandralêkhâ’s followers had a fine and prepossessing appearance, even the hard hearts of the robbers softened a little. Tales of the Sun or Folklore of Southern India 2011-08-09T02:00:29.493Z An eminent Englishman of our century says he was a big, burly, noisy, small-eyed, large-faced, double-chinned and swinish-looking fellow, and that indeed so bad a character could never have been veiled under a prepossessing appearance. Body, Parentage and Character in History Notes on the Tudor Period 2011-08-08T02:00:20.193Z They seemed prepossessed in his favor, and were exceedingly kind, and even assiduous, in rendering him every needed assistance in his studies. Biography of Rev. Hosea Ballou 2011-08-04T02:00:22.900Z "We are neither of us particularly prepossessing at first sight, but I suppose we must make the best of it; Maxwell asked us to come down when we were ready," he said. The League of the Leopard 2011-07-23T02:00:12.490Z His appearance was not prepossessing; his image, as Bernal has described it, wore the head of a bear, and was covered with tiny mirrors.** Myth, Ritual And Religion, Vol. 2 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:19.110Z And I suppose my own appearance was no more prepossessing than his. Capturing a Locomotive A History of Secrect Service in the Late War. 2011-07-19T02:00:19.070Z Nearly all were prepossessed in his favour, and several women were overheard to express hopes that they would not hang so good-looking a man. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume III 2011-07-16T02:00:13.547Z "I don't suppose my appearance is exactly prepossessing, but that's not my fault, and I'm unusually pleased to see you, boys," he said. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z There was a woman in the case, and a fairly prepossessing damsel she was. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z Here was his shy Indian maid, a remarkably prepossessed, up-to-date young woman. Hope Hathaway A Story of Western Ranch Life 2011-07-07T02:00:27.303Z Then she let drop that Delia was a recent convert, which at once prepossessed the inquirer in her favour, as she intended it should. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z His hair, and the wispy scraps of beard stuck about his parchment-coloured visage, were of a neutral tint; and a snub nose, and projecting lower jaw, in no wise prepossessed one towards the individual. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Gallwey, as it happened, found himself close to Leland, and looked at the latter with a little sardonic smile, not knowing that he himself was not much more prepossessing in his outward appearance. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z The witness is an extremely prepossessing young woman—outwardly. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z He smiled down at her, finding her more natural, more prepossessing in that mood. Hope Hathaway A Story of Western Ranch Life 2011-07-07T02:00:27.303Z He was a little, broad-set fellow, of prepossessing exterior and expressive countenance, who stood particularly well with the ladies. The Student-Life of Germany 2011-07-03T02:00:09.143Z Neither did the puff preliminary, which heralded the appearance of this volume, prepossess us strongly in its favour. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z He had no reason to suppose that the stranger would cause them any annoyance if they did, but the man's appearance was far from prepossessing. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z There was a grace in her appearance, and a dignity in her manner, which prepossessed strangers in her favor whenever they happened to meet her; but this was rarely. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z He was a great, handsome, prepossessing young fellow, overflowing with high spirits and good-nature. Hope Hathaway A Story of Western Ranch Life 2011-07-07T02:00:27.303Z Notwithstanding this, there prevailed in all that he said, and in his whole behaviour, a cheerfulness and good humour, by which every one must be attracted, and prepossessed in his favour. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z “He’s not prepossessing, certainly; a little too glib, don’t you think?” King of the Air Or, To Morocco on an Aeroplane 2011-06-17T02:00:22.043Z I was prepossessed in her favor, less by her letter, than because she loved my mother. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z He is eminently practical in his business ideas and methods, and affable and prepossessing in his manners. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z Our inn was remarkably clean and neat, and the old host and hostess were very civil and prepossessing—but, heyday! what were those obstreperous doings overhead? Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z Being by nature gifted with a graceful and prepossessing exterior, I soon accustomed myself to that free and unembarrassed demeanour, which is proper to the man of the world. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z With his watchful grey eyes and sad face and lantern jaws, Forge was not a prepossessing object or a medical attendant to be desired. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z The latter was a prepossessing man with a weather-beaten face and a grizzled mustache, above which jutted a promontory of a nose between deep-set, wide, blue eyes. The Radio Boys Rescue the Lost Alaska Expedition 2011-06-06T02:00:10.330Z We are prepossessed in his favour by his laborious diary. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z She presented me, with great formality, to a youth, whose appearance did not greatly prepossess me in favour of his judgement. Ormond, Volume III (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:21.807Z By the light of day I saw that the stranger was a young man of prepossessing appearance. A Crime of the Under-seas 2011-05-17T02:00:16.540Z Here is one who introduces herself as both "prepossessing" and "brainy." Turns about Town 2011-05-13T02:00:09.213Z The grains are of irregular shape and arrangement, and the appearance of the ears is not altogether prepossessing. Farm Gardening with Hints on Cheap Manuring Quick Cash Crops and How to Grow Them 2011-05-10T02:00:58.433Z An unassuming simplicity in dress should always be preferred, as it prepossesses every one in favor of the wearer. Martine's Hand-book of Etiquette, and Guide to True Politeness 2011-05-08T02:00:05.770Z Senka, you are not a man to take offence, you are a polite, prepossessing man. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z In the outer room we caught a glimpse of the justly celebrated Miss Nightingale, an amiable and highly intelligent-looking lady, delicate in form and prepossessing in appearance. Heroines That Every Child Should Know Tales for Young People of the World's Heroines of All Ages 2011-05-04T02:00:19.257Z How could I reproach Sinclair for submitting to the spell that governed him, when it was impossible for me—a stranger, and one certainly not prepossessed in her favor—to resist it? Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 369, July 1846 2011-04-29T02:00:09.217Z She was brown, well shaped, a person superior to the ordinary rank; her features regular, and her eyes sparkling; fit to raise love in any man whose heart was not prepossessed by another passion. Letters of Abelard and Heloise To which is prefix?d a particular account of their lives, amours, and misfortunes 2011-04-28T02:00:15.367Z When Emerson bought it in 1835, it was on the outskirts of the village and not prepossessing. The Lure of the Camera 2011-04-27T02:00:25.413Z Moreover, not only did the facility of conquering the French prepossess him in favor of this journal; but also the circumstance that it--cost him nothing. The Campaner Thal and Other Writings 2011-04-26T02:00:29.827Z The little engine does not seem to have been very prepossessing in appearance, and the “Novelty” is said to have been the general favorite, the Stephenson engine having few, if any, backers among the spectators. A History of the Growth of the Steam-Engine 2011-04-21T02:00:53.240Z His personal appearance, hitherto unknown to thousands of those who acclaimed him in the streets, prepossessed them in his favour. John Patrick, Third Marquess of Bute, K.T. A Memoir 2011-04-18T02:00:10.453Z It is impossible that they can be escaping for debt, for no one could possibly trust them; and they cannot be swindlers, for swindlers are men of captivating address and prepossessing manners. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z Girls, he understood, often had a partiality for mailboat officers who were generally men of prepossessing appearance and manners. The Secret of the Reef 2011-04-12T02:00:26.980Z The first sight of it was not prepossessing, it looked a barren uninviting coast line, but Job Seagrave told them, although it seemed inhospitable, there were plenty of grand places inland. The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z Forester cast his eyes over the table, and thought he perceived that his delay had not prepossessed the company in his favor. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z A few minutes later the machine had drawn up before a frowsy little apartment building, very different from and far less prepossessing than the neat, newly painted little house of Madame Blakey’s. Peggy Parsons at Prep School 2011-04-01T02:00:43.170Z He had a pleasant, intelligent, kind face, and his manner was most prepossessing. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z He had succeeded oft before in the estrangement of hearts, already prepossessed; and why should he not again? The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z For this purpose I selected an elderly man, from the four strangers, whose countenance had prepossessed me in his favour. Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793 Vol. II 2011-03-24T02:00:13.247Z There was a delicacy in her note of welcome to us here, judging that we might not be prepared for a personal visit, which prepossesses me in her favor. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z Young Ireland," thus describes the effect produced respectively upon himself and Davis by a first acquaintance with young Thomas D'Arcy McGee: "The young man was not prepossessing. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z The other animal, which was destined to carry me to Madrid, was not quite so prepossessing in its appearance. The Bible in Spain Vol. 1 [of 2] 2011-03-23T02:00:19.910Z Her companion, standing in the attitude invariably assumed now-a-days by novelists' heroes, namely, leaning against the mantelpiece, was a young man of equally prepossessing appearance with her own. Uncanny Tales 2011-03-22T02:00:16.307Z This was a measure which I could not but approve, and endeavoured by some small presents to prepossess our couriers in our favour. Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793 Vol. II 2011-03-24T02:00:13.247Z How can you go to her father—who already doesn’t seem altogether prepossessed in your favor—and ask him to give his daughter to a penniless gentleman? Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir 2011-03-11T03:00:14.423Z The curb-chain will probably be too tight, also the throat-lash; if so, loosen both, and with your own hands; it is a pleasant way of making acquaintance, and may perhaps prepossess him in your favour. Riding Recollections, 5th ed. 2011-03-10T03:00:52.223Z The neighbourhood of Badajoz did not prepossess me much in favour of the country which I had just entered. The Bible in Spain Vol. 1 [of 2] 2011-03-23T02:00:19.910Z In the midst of their poverty, the children are really uncommonly prepossessing and intelligent. Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife 2011-03-10T03:00:49.120Z Something in the intonation of his gentle, cordial voice, his frank yet melancholy glance, and especially his smile, his charming insinuating smile, instantly prepossessed people in his favour. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z He was also elderly, and not prepossessing in appearance, but nevertheless bore the traces of better breeding than the Drury Lane super. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z This prepossessing gentleman was arrayed in an immaculate suit of black, with a spotless white dickey, bristling with starch and dignity, and a most excruciating cravat. Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z In fact, my appearance was by no means calculated to prepossess people in my favour. The Bible in Spain Vol. 1 [of 2] 2011-03-23T02:00:19.910Z I must confess, that, though greatly prepossessed of his qualities, I never thought him the amiable youth that I found him. The Romance of Biography (Vol 2 of 2) or Memoirs of Women Loved and Celebrated by Poets, from the Days of the Troubadours to the Present Age. 3rd ed. 2 Vols. 2011-03-01T03:00:48.107Z "De Lawd-a-massy," exclaimed Uncle Ephraim, looking about in awe and by no means prepossessed in favor of the aspect of the place. The Storm Centre 2011-03-01T03:00:39.427Z Orr is not, perhaps, prepossessing; though his great, black eye and fine open face show the force and power of his intellect. Presidential Candidates: containing Sketches, Biographical, Personal and Political, of Prominent Candidates for the Presidency in 1860 2011-02-27T03:00:34.390Z The stranger is advancing slowly: he is swarthy, and certainly not prepossessing. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z He was a young man of principle, noble-hearted and faithful to his duty; but his exterior was not very prepossessing. Withered Leaves. Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-25T03:01:17.540Z Those who have nothing particular about them, excepting being noblemen--and it does prepossess people--have married the most beautiful girls. Withered Leaves. Vol. I. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-25T03:01:10.707Z He also was one of the condemned; but no one could have recognised him as a criminal by his appearance, which was exceedingly prepossessing. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z His personal appearance is unusually prepossessing, and his social bearing is such as to win him scores of friends. Presidential Candidates: containing Sketches, Biographical, Personal and Political, of Prominent Candidates for the Presidency in 1860 2011-02-27T03:00:34.390Z The personal appearance of Napoleon, at this time, was any thing but prepossessing. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z True, these native workmen are not very prepossessing laborers; for a long time must elapse before a savage can be trained into habits of industry and thrift. The World and Its People: Book VII Views in Africa 2011-02-13T03:00:17.920Z "You do not seem very prepossessed in her favor," says Lilian, impatiently. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z The appearance of the spot in its primæval condition, was doubtless more prepossessing than we can now conceive it ever to have been. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z Mr. Seward's personal appearance cannot be said to be prepossessing, yet there are fine points in his personal appearance. Presidential Candidates: containing Sketches, Biographical, Personal and Political, of Prominent Candidates for the Presidency in 1860 2011-02-27T03:00:34.390Z There was something extremely prepossessing in his manner when he spoke, and in his smile also, in spite of the hauteur visible in his features when they were at rest. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z I confess I am not prepossessed in favour of the plan embodied in this connexion in the Bill of 1886 or 1893. The New Irish Constitution 2011-02-06T03:00:57.247Z But neither his serene and careless air, nor his prepossessing appearance, succeeded in thawing the cold reserve of the young lady. Partners A Novel. 2011-02-02T03:00:20.690Z His fine character and prepossessing outward physique are freshly remembered. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z Lord Eldon was about the middle size, his figure light and athletic, his features regular and handsome, his eye bright and full, his smile remarkably benevolent, and his whole appearance prepossessing. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 2 "Ehud" to "Electroscope" 2011-01-29T03:00:23.777Z Though not beautiful, she captivated by her prepossessing manners, and a certain air of calm intelligence which inspired confidence and respect. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z You know how prepossessed he is with the poet of 'Arivana.' The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z Ikey could never have been called a prepossessing lad, and his recent hardships had in no wise tended to improve his appearance. Teddy and Carrots Two Merchants of Newpaper Row 2011-01-24T03:00:19.897Z His eyes were animated and sparkling, his aspect not abject, but prepossessing. Napoleon's Young Neighbor 2011-01-24T03:00:18.637Z I daresay I was not a prepossessing figure in the dull glimmer of a deck lamp. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z Transparently pale of complexion, her face, though not beautiful, was delicate and prepossessing. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z "It is an Oriental name for an Indian legend, whose poetical charm had prepossessed me so strangely that I could not resist the temptation to form it into a drama." The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z The personal appearance of the lady could hardly be called prepossessing at first sight, or at second sight either, for that matter. The Actress' Daughter A Novel 2011-01-23T03:00:14.117Z Opposite to him sat his son, good-looking, but not so prepossessing a man as his father. A Search For A Secret (Vol 1 of 3) A Novel 2011-01-22T03:00:18.233Z This most prepossessing form of the clergyman lost nothing by the character of his manners, which were polished and unobtrusive, but peculiarly insinuating, without the least appearance of craftiness or affectation. Pierre; or The Ambiguities 2011-01-17T03:00:45.163Z "That is not an insuperable obstacle," declared the Countess, a worldly-wise practical woman, who took such prejudices of rank into little account, and who was evidently prepossessed by George's manner and appearance. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z From that time Herbert came to our house daily and knew how to prepossess my sick father so well, that father finally felt a desire for the union himself. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z It was by no means a prepossessing face, with its aquiline nose, its sloping brows, its dark, deep, bloodshot eyes much too close together, its V-shaped, dishonest mouth and drenched chin-tuft. Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump; Being a First Selection from the Literary Remains of George Boon, Appropriate to the Times 2011-01-16T03:00:20.530Z He was a short, thick-set young man, with brown moustache, flashily dressed, with a red tie, an imitation diamond, and soiled linen to further disfigure an appearance at no time particularly prepossessing. The Golden Web 2011-01-15T03:00:38.007Z She alighted before the terminus was reached, from a nervous dread of being taken on too far, although the streets in which she found herself were not prepossessing. Consequences 2011-01-14T03:00:53.047Z She had not been prepossessed in favor of the new girl. Briarwood Girls 2011-01-11T03:00:30.337Z His outward appearance was also more prepossessing; in fact, as the Chief Forester expressed it, he had only now become a man. The Sign of Flame 2011-01-27T03:00:43.087Z Frederick found himself close to a fair-haired young man with a prepossessing face and a moustache and a tuft of beard on his chin, like a dandy of Louis XIII.'s time. Sentimental Education Vol 1 2011-01-04T03:01:07.467Z For the bareheaded man was Dan Slike, his harsh face rendered even less prepossessing than usual by a week's stubble of beard. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z He was tall and robust, with a handsome, prepossessing countenance, and was one of the most expert swordsmen and archers in the island. Vasco Nu?ez de Balboa 2011-01-02T03:00:18.200Z I have deceived myself; perhaps last night was the first time they beheld each other; it must be some other object that has prepossessed his affections. 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 The sincere interest which the latter manifested for a man who, as Oswald knew, had no earthly recommendation beside his natural abilities and unwearied industry, prepossessed him in favor of his new acquaintance. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z She was charming and prepossessing because she was so pretty. The Hidden Force A Story of Modern Java 2010-12-24T03:00:34.823Z He was sufficiently prepossessing in appearance to awaken admiration, but he bore no resemblance to his brothers. One of My Sons 2010-12-21T22:55:57.893Z His form and features were fine, and his manner prepossessing. Zula Such was the honesty and frankness of the captain's face, that I was immediately prepossessed in his favour. A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas There was something particularly prepossessing in the countenance and appearance of the stranger. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 He was quite a youth in appearance, but tall, and of a most prepossessing exterior. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 He was a tall, handsome young man, of a very prepossessing exterior, and appeared to great advantage in his showy stage habiliments. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 10 In answer to this advertisement, a young and very lovely woman presented herself, whose appearance immediately prepossessed us in her favour. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 8 His whole figure, in short, was remarkably striking and prepossessing. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 Then, as his glance dwelt on Sainton, a somewhat prepossessed smile gave place to a look of genuine surprise. The Great Mogul And the instinct of the Roman nature for continuity in institutions prepossesses us in favour of the theory. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius By the way," Lady Agatha observed, "we saw a strange and not very prepossessing person in the shrubbery by the drive just now. A Poached Peerage These considerations did not tend to prepossess us much in the king's favor; and besides, it was impossible readily to forget that his direct ancestors slew, roasted, and ate Captain Cook. Under the Southern Cross or Travels in Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, Samoa, and Other Pacific Islands "There is something so prepossessing about him, that really I defy any one not to like him." Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 To say that I was prepossessed in favour of my pupil after my first conversation with him, is to say but little. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846 Wardrop was a man of perhaps twenty-seven, as tall as I, although not so heavy, with direct blue eyes and fair hair; altogether a manly and prepossessing sort of fellow. The Window at the White Cat Her person and address were exceedingly prepossessing; her eyes, of the deep blue that look almost black in particular lights; and her hair dark and abundant. The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 4, July, 1851 His combined features were commanding and prepossessing, his physiognomy indicating a gigantic intellect. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution I have not seen Winifred for some years, but from the hints you gave me in your letter I gather that she is of distinctly prepossessing appearance. The Gay Adventure A Romance Ah, if you knew, sir, how lovely, how prepossessing she was! The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 6 of 6 It was, indeed, impossible to have a face more prepossessing, more open, and more frank than that of the dowager of the Temple. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 3 of 6 M. d'Harville was about thirty years of age, with a fine, manly countenance, whose usual expression was mild and prepossessing, but now contracted, haggard, and livid. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 2 of 6 Struck by Terry's prepossessing albeit somewhat dirty countenance, she thought she might while away the time by asking him some questions about himself. Terry's Trials and Triumphs The sister was pretty—a smile: he must be on his guard ... h'm ... perfidy ... a traitor ... of prepossessing appearance ... could she be ... jealous? The Gay Adventure A Romance He was clearly a half-breed, and had a dark, evil face that was far from prepossessing. Ti-Ti-Pu A Boy of Red River In this Disguise you take a full Aim, and by presenting your Readers with a Prologue to your own Praise, you would prepossess them with Applause, and fondly surfeit on the Eccho. Pamela Censured Unfortunately, however, this man is as silly as he is handsome, though he certainly has a very prepossessing tout ensemble. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 2 of 6 Her deportment to all was prepossessing, by the affectionate manner in which she addressed them separately, and the interest she manifested in their welfare. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact Colonel Maginniss was a handsome man of great stature, youthful in appearance, mentally alert and physically active, with very prepossessing manners. Pioneering in Cuba A Narrative of the Settlement of La Gloria, the First American Colony in Cuba, and the Early Experiences of the Pioneers Like the usual Roman dwelling, the exterior was not prepossessing; but when Marcellus opened the door, the prospective view was peculiarly magnificent. The Mother of St. Nicholas A Story of Duty and Peril "I understand it is about the least prepossessing bit of stone and mortar the country can exhibit." Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) Never had Cl�mence been so strongly impressed with admiration at the noble and prepossessing appearance of the prince; never had his voice sounded more gentle or sweet upon her ear. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 2 of 6 His behaviour to her was respectful, and his exterior extremely prepossessing. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact They are less prepossessing than the Sioux, though they are well supplied with guns and horses. Journal of a Trip to California Across the Continent from Weston, Mo., to Weber Creek, Cal., in the Summer of 1850 He was about twenty-three years of age, of the finest form, tall, muscular, exceedingly graceful, and of a most prepossessing countenance. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 It is not a disappointment or a service it is frequently prepossessing. Geography and Plays He was rather under the middle size, but gracefully formed, and extremely prepossessing in his general appearance. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Her deportment to all was prepossessing, by the affectionate manner in which she addressed them separately, and the interest she manifested in their welfare. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact His appearance would have been most prepossessing but for a melancholy and discontented expression of countenance—there was no genial smile about the mouth, no kindly light in the eyes. Five Minutes' Stories He was a fine and prepossessing specimen of the free-born American citizen. Fragments of an Autobiography The contemporary authorities in Jerusalem had come “before” Jesus, in so far as they had prepossessed the minds of the people against Him, and forcibly kept the sheep from Him. The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I One is agreeably prepossessed upon landing here by a certain aspect of neatness and cleanliness observable on all sides. Due North or Glimpses of Scandinavia and Russia His deportment in the sick room was prepossessing, by the affectionate manner with which he addressed his patients, and the strong interest he manifested for their recovery. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact Thus prepossessed and premonished, Jefferson looked round him with an apprehensive eye, and appears to have seen something to startle him at every turn. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Now the deepening of her habitual frown was far from prepossessing. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising James Langdon was, in fact, far from prepossessing in appearance, while he bore a character which was none of the best. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War Umhleswa found them seated under the tree which overshadowed their home, and, whatever he might think of them, his own appearance was in no way prepossessing. The Ruined Cities of Zululand His behaviour to her was respectful, and his exterior extremely prepossessing. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact The address was frank and friendly, the aspect of the speaker prepossessing. A Veldt Vendetta From this carriage descended a young man, apparently between nineteen and twenty years of age, of the most prepossessing appearance. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative Brandon is described as "a large man, tall and elegantly proportioned, with dark brown eyes and hair: he was handsome in his countenance, courtly in his manners, and extremely prepossessing in his address." Women of the Teutonic Nations Woman: In all ages and in all countries Vol. 8 (of 10) Well, I am quite of your opinion, for a couple of gentlemen with pale faces have been eyeing us most attentively ever since we have been here, and I confess their appearance is not prepossessing. The Night Side of London Mr. Harris evidently is an American, is, we should imagine, between thirty and forty, and with his low black eye-brows, and black beard, and sallow countenance, has not a very prepossessing appearance. About London The two known traits, which largely comprehend the private life of Churchill, do not prepossess one in his favour. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 Things were proceeding in this manner, when the door opened, and there entered a young man of the most prepossessing appearance; in fact, what Burns terms a "strapping youth." Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative The prince was a German, did not speak their language or understand their customs; but then he was prepossessing, and would doubtless make as good a defender of their liberties as could be found. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) By some salutary measures which Sir William Berkley introduced shortly after his arrival, and by his prepossessing manners, he soon rendered himself very acceptable to the Virginians. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia "Thoroughly; he is, I am told, well-mannered, prepossessing in appearance, and presentable in every respect." The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly I am; for in Prussia I recognize the backbone of our national existence; she is not prepossessing, but steadfast and reliable. Waldfried A Novel Nor was there anything prepossessing about this especial girl, whose clothes steamed with moisture and whose travel-soiled cheeks were streaked by raindrops and tears. Dorothy at Oak Knowe He recommended for my personal attendant one Bendel, whose honest and intelligent countenance immediately prepossessed me in his favour. The Marvellous History of the Shadowless Man and The Cold Heart They say he is a very gallant soldier; but his appearance is not prepossessing—an uncouth, grotesque figure, with a long thin face, short-cut hair, and a grisly beard, which is not at all becoming. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 His nephew Fontenelle admits that his general address and manner were by no means prepossessing. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" I am unconcerned at the rage and clamour of party men; but I cannot be unconcerned to hear men, who I think are good men and good Christians, prepossessed and mistaken about me. An Appeal to Honour and Justice, Though It Be of His Worst Enemies. Being A True Account of His Conduct in Public Affairs. Then, through the doorway facing that which Charles had just opened, came a band of young men of prepossessing appearance, with their arms bound behind their backs. The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 5 July 1906 About seventy years ago a young man of strong physique and prepossessing appearance arrived at New Orleans. Eleven Possible Cases His appearance and manners were such as at once to prepossess the Spaniards in his favor. Elsie in the South The next day, Eugene, who was then a boy twelve years of age, of exceedingly prepossessing appearance, presented himself before Napoleon, and implored the return of the sword which had belonged to his father. Josephine Makers of History At the very first glance his frame made upon her so strong an impression that she could not help being involuntarily prepossessed in his favour, and confessing he was of a noble figure. Tales from the German Comprising specimens from the most celebrated authors I saw him again, as you shall hear, but he failed to prepossess me in his favour. Captain Macedoine's Daughter He is a fine, well-made man; his figure is prepossessing—a great thing in a public speaker. The London Pulpit On the contrary, if one is introduced to a fresh locality under cheerful auspices, while Nature herself is in a happy mood, he unconsciously reflects a similar spirit, and is heartily prepossessed in its favor. The Pearl of India A young man of very gentle and prepossessing appearance was introduced, with a bag in his hand, in which were several pairs of shoes. Josephine Makers of History It is said that when first the students presented themselves before him, according to the rules of the University, for drill, their preparations were nil and their appearance was far from being prepossessing. The Story of General Pershing His face was thin, smooth-shaven and red, but somehow peculiarly prepossessing. Checkers A Hard-luck Story If we are prepossessed or prejudiced in favour of a uniformity, we are apt to observe only the favourable instances, and to be blind to cases where the supposed invariable coincidence does not occur. Logic, Inductive and Deductive There was also a clasping of the hands, as he stepped towards our hero—a deep sigh—and altogether a look of such utter sanctity as could not have failed to be unequivocally prepossessing. Devil Stories An Anthology Madge's appearance as she emerged from under the overturned buggy had not been prepossessing. Madge Morton's Trust The look of things about the premises prepossessed her at once in the girl’s favor. Belford's Magazine, Volume II, No. 8, January, 1889 But he possessed other than local claims, though these, no doubt, prepossessed many Willenhall folk in his favour. The Annals of Willenhall The moderator's mode of introduction had not been one to reassure a timid man, nor to prepossess an audience favorably toward a speaker. Crestlands A Centennial Story of Cane Ridge In spite of a certain look of neglect, emphasized by the straggling branches of the untrimmed vines, and the cobwebs everywhere visible, its appearance was distinctly prepossessing. Peggy Raymond's Vacation or Friendly Terrace Transplanted What she saw by no means prepossessed her in their favour; the women were idle, ignorant, and squalid; the men worked as little and robbed as much as they could. Celebrated Women Travellers of the Nineteenth Century This nurse was a healthy young woman with very thick, black eyebrows and a bright colour; handsome, perhaps, but not prepossessing. Under False Pretences A Novel The greenroom of the King’s House was scarcely a prepossessing place or inviting. Mistress Nell A Merry Tale of a Merry Time His manner when he wished, prepossessed every one in his favor. History of Morgan's Cavalry There was something chilling in the manner with which this was said, and the glassy eyes and thin lips of Mrs. Tracy were far from prepossessing. Ellen Middleton—A Tale Straight as a shingle though he might be, more prepossessing to the eye, the ex-cavalryman of fifty battles was far better trained in all the arts of horsemanship. The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories The voice was musical, the manner decidedly prepossessing. Under False Pretences A Novel The sympathy of most of the visitors at his jail has certainly been won by his calmness and his general appearance, which is quite prepossessing.” Stories by American Authors, Volume 3 There was one passenger, not a prepossessing one, who seemed morose. When Ghost Meets Ghost "Only that as I was exploring the thicket near East Common, I heard a rustling in the hedge, and suddenly stood face to face with an individual of not very prepossessing appearance." Ellen Middleton—A Tale The fellow was loquacious, prepossessing, and bold, with an air of high life and fashion about him to which Sabrina had not been accustomed. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 91, May, 1865 Medhurst, the maid of Mrs. Clayton, was a particularly prepossessing young woman, and I had many chats and a few walks with her. The Count's Chauffeur He was not greatly prepossessed with Peg, but then few people were at first sight, although she was a handsome girl and magnificently built. The Beggar Man The barrister looked at Mr. Thomas and was agreeably prepossessed by his open although nervous countenance, and the simplicity and timidity of his manner. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 7 (of 25) His manners were not prepossessing—scarcely, she thinks, manly or natural. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 3 (of 25) It appears that, after bidding the fair blanchisseuse good-night, he chanced one evening to take a walk up and down Liverpool Street, where he fell into conversation with a girl of prepossessing appearance. An Ocean Tramp Henry stepped right in, and sat down by this prepossessing girl. Mystery at Geneva An Improbable Tale of Singular Happenings He was finely formed in person, and very prepossessing in his manners. Alexander the Great Makers of History Lady Augusta had been already introduced to Rachel, but had not been much prepossessed. The Landleaguers Lord Hunsdon was unacceptable, but doubtless a prepossessing suitor would arrive before long, and when he did she would marry him gladly and live rationally and dream no more. The Gorgeous Isle A Romance; Scene: Nevis, B.W.I. 1842 Andrew Jackson, a gawky youth, no more prepossessing than his boyhood promised, winked hard and looked enviously at Julian. Robert Coverdale's Struggle Or, On The Wave Of Success Should you find evidence too flagrant, even for your prepossessed eyes, of the inexperience of my pen, bear in mind, I pray you, that I am but a musician, and only a pianist at that. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 89, March, 1865 This man's appearance was anything but prepossessing, and on his entrance the nobles, as if animated with one thought, shrank back with contempt and loathing, as if some unclean animal had entered into their midst. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 27, March 1893 An Illustrated Monthly We are all prepossessed hi its favor by early training, custom, and authority. Arrows of Freethought You are so prepossessed with ideas that border on fanaticism, that it is a hard matter to get you into right habits of thinking. Opportunities He was cross-examining a very prepossessing and uncommonly self-possessed young woman as to the age of a person whom she knew quite well, but could get no satisfactory answer. Law and Laughter By no means unpolished in his manners, he had yet a sort of plain frankness and bonhomie, which was peculiarly agreeable and prepossessing. Blackwoods Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 365, March, 1846 Few men were more prepossessing than the lieutenant. A Waif of the Mountains As we approached the ship, her appearance was not prepossessing. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850. With a brisk step and a military air a young man of about my own age entered, whose appearance and manner were prepossessing. Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War The outward appearance of our quarters, when we arrived, was not prepossessing; but the state of dirt of the best room could hardly have been anticipated. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 The appearance of these Dyaks, we are told, is very prepossessing. Blackwoods Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 365, March, 1846 Finding his friend so prepossessed in favor of exercise, Dr. Skihi proposed to him that they should go and take a walk, to which he readily agreed. Funny Big Socks Being the Fifth Book of the Series At breakfast Crofton Croker, author of the Irish fairy tales—little as a dwarf, keen-eyed as a hawk, and of easy, prepossessing manners, something like Tom Moore. A Walk from London to Fulham Small, slender, not very prepossessing, but clever—enormously clever. The Film of Fear Celsus maintained that the apparitions of Jesus Christ after his resurrection were only the effects of an imagination smitten and prepossessed, which formed to itself the object of its illusions according to its wishes. The Phantom World or, The philosophy of spirits, apparitions, &c, &c. From this company, most of whom conduct themselves in manner which fails to prepossess us, Mrs. Beauchamp Brown alone emerges with a distinct identity. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Vol. 26, October, 1880 The person of Smollett was eminently handsome, his features prepossessing, and, by the joint testimony of all his surviving friends, his conversation, in the highest degree, instructive and amusing. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges Under the circumstances I am sure I was not a very prepossessing object to entertain. War from the Inside The Story of the 132nd Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry in the War for the Suppression of the Rebellion, 1862-1863 They bought a refinery, reorganized by taking the prepossessing title of Standard Oil Company, and were now prepared to resume their operations under the guise of legal authority. The Railroad Question A historical and practical treatise on railroads, and remedies for their abuses He was a young man of thirty, of unusually prepossessing exterior. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXII No. 1 January 1848 He was not of prepossessing appearance; this he knew himself, and the knowledge helped to keep his jealousy and his suspicion aflame. A Bride of the Plains Its mouldy color is not as prepossessing as the brighter hues of many far less delicious fungi, but it stands the test of use. The Mushroom, Edible and Otherwise Its Habitat and its Time of Growth He was wise, brave, ambitious and most prepossessing in appearance. Chit-Chat; Nirvana; The Searchlight He appeared to be about sixty years of age; particularly prepossessing in his appearance; and his language and demeanour would have done honour to any rank of society. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI While she was settling herself in her compartment she chanced to look out of the window before the train left the station and perceived her escort conversing with an individual who was not prepossessing. Louisiana Lou A Western Story His prepossessing manners, and his knowledge of the French language and customs, gained during his stay in Paris probably, made his captivity a very easy one. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 7 A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History When he had reached the upper landing an impulsive sidewise glance assured him, more clearly than before, of her uncommonly prepossessing appearance. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel He might have been a very good man, but he was not prepossessing, either in his appearance or manners. Adventures in the Rifle Brigade, in the Peninsula, France, and the Netherlands from 1809 to 1815 James Stephen was a man of many prepossessing qualities, and soon became reconciled to his wife's family. The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, Bart., K.C.S.I. A Judge of the High Court of Justice Mr. Gisbourne is certainly not prepossessing—not like our dear Cyril; but your father says he is an excellent fellow.' Lover or Friend He had great ability, and was unusually bright and prepossessing. The Boy Broker Or, Among the Kings of Wall Street The latter, a Mrs. Bracebridge, a prepossessing brunette of the conventionally fashionable type, had a keen eye for feminine values and was impressed rather favorably with Jennie. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel The cheerful and good-natured countenances of the multitude were extremely prepossessing; not less so their accommodating behaviour to one another. Travels in China, Containing Descriptions, Observations, and Comparisons, Made and Collected in the Course of a Short Residence at the Imperial Palace of Yuen-Min-Yuen, and on a Subsequent Journey through the Country from Pekin to Canton He rose from his seat and stepped across toward Peanuts, and he was not prepossessing of appearance as he came to his feet. The Roof Tree She was a pleasant-looking woman, with a tranquil face and silvery-gray hair, and Bessie was prepossessed in her favor at once. Our Bessie His first appearance, however, was very prepossessing, and his preaching was much admired. The History of Dartmouth College Taken together they were not a prepossessing lot, playing their game in silence, looking up with a scowl and movements toward gun butts at the visitors. Rimrock Trail I met with too much resistance in the thickets and too little on the slippery places, so that when, at eleven o'clock that night, I entered a Grand Lake Hotel, my appearance was not prepossessing. Wild Life on the Rockies All the accounts of Edward represent him as a kind-hearted and affectionate boy, of a gentle spirit, and of a fair and prepossessing countenance. Richard III Makers of History She had been prepossessed with him at their first meeting, and she thought his manner still pleasanter on this second occasion, and she was struck afresh with his air of quiet refinement. Our Bessie The climate of England is well known to be favourable to beauty, and in no part of the world is the appearance of the Gipsies so prepossessing as in that country. Gipsy Life being an account of our Gipsies and their children, with suggestions for their improvement He addressed us, and we cannot add that he prepossessed us much in his favour. The King's Post Being a volume of historical facts relating to the posts, mail coaches, coach roads, and railway mail services of and connected with the ancient city of Bristol from 1580 to the present time His person and attitudes, also, were most prepossessing. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 363, January, 1846 Clara Lawton was twenty-two years of age, prepossessing in appearance, with a bright, happy expression. A California Girl One of this class presented himself, his appearance by no means prepossessing; but the view he took of our present scheme afforded us some amusement. Rambles in the Islands of Corsica and Sardinia with Notices of their History, Antiquities, and Present Condition. Princess Goldernenfingerleinigen, a prepossessing but not very forthcoming damsel, enjoyed the distinction of being commanded by the Crown Prince as his first partner. In Brief Authority Even Irving, that most dispassionate of historians, has called the action of the court-martial just mentioned an "extraordinary measure to prepossess the public mind against him." Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 6 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History This Gaveston was a remarkably handsome youth, and very prepossessing and agreeable in his manners, and he soon gained a complete ascendency over the mind of young Edward. Richard II Makers of History When he arrived at West Point, in July, 1839, he was not a prepossessing figure of a young gentleman. Ulysses S. Grant From what little I saw of the Finns, I was greatly prepossessed in their favor. The Land of Thor Philadelphia stands on the bank of the river Delaware; and, in 1795, when Mr. Weld was there, its appearance, as approached from the water, was not very prepossessing. Travels in North America, From Modern Writers With Remarks and Observations; Exhibiting a Connected View of the Geography and Present State of that Quarter of the Globe Her manners were modest and prepossessing, and the gentlemen were very polite to her. An Appeal in Favor of that Class of Americans Called Africans The city is quite prepossessing, and seems to have improved its sanitary features since my visit four years ago. Shadow and Light An Autobiography with Reminiscences of the Last and Present Century The bill on the system of inheritance and the right of primogeniture afforded hope to those who were prepossessed with aristocratic regrets. Memoirs To Illustrate The History Of My Time Volume 1 It was a typical French sea port, not very prepossessing, but a busy place. "The Red Watch" With the First Canadian Division in Flanders As he was proceeding to take his seat, he passed the box where sat the young officer, whose manners had so prepossessed him the preceding evening at the inn. Alonzo and Melissa The Unfeeling Father These latter were almost violet in colour, deep-set, with dark rims, and were sufficient almost in themselves to make one forget for a moment the less prepossessing details of her appearance. The Double Four The view of Tamatave from the ship was not prepossessing, and my walk through the city to the hotel was not inspiring. Shadow and Light An Autobiography with Reminiscences of the Last and Present Century Philosophers estimate too highly the general ideas with which they are prepossessed; politicians withhold from general ideas the attention and interest they are entitled to demand. Memoirs To Illustrate The History Of My Time Volume 1 From the very first accounts in the newspapers I was struck by something which strongly prepossessed me in the prisoner's favor. The Brothers Karamazov He had a wild cast in his eyes and was in no way prepossessing. Dwellers in Arcady The Story of an Abandoned Farm I have seen the doctor in question, and must say in fairness, that her appearance is quite prepossessing. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I Altogether he was less prepossessing than of old, but of a much more formidable appearance, and the very look of him was enough to scare a minnow out of a year's growth. Forest Neighbors Life Stories of Wild Animals I have been much prepossessed by your bearing and feel that I would like to have you for a friend. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton The common people we meet in the ordinary walks of life are far from prepossessing, and are much the same as those who have emigrated to this country. Foot-prints of Travel or, Journeyings in Many Lands The American cemetery is more prepossessing in appearance. Kathay: A Cruise in the China Seas Mrs. Gage is not a handsome woman, but her appearance altogether is prepossessing. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I In appearance he was handsome; in manner prepossessing; and in speech he was a linguist, having at easy command the English, French, and Spanish languages. How the Flag Became Old Glory Miss Almira was more than ever prepossessed as she saw he wore white kid gloves and that in his shirt front gleamed a large diamond. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton He was a handsome lad, of easy, graceful manners, and long, curling hair; his dress was juvenile, and his whole appearance extremely prepossessing. City Crimes or Life in New York and Boston From what I had seen of the stranger I certainly was not prepossessed. The Golden Face A Great 'Crook' Romance Her face is not beautiful, but there is mind in it; it is earnest, pleasant, prepossessing. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I She liked her companion's voice and manner, though she was far from prepossessed by his appearance. Hawtrey's Deputy It is a curious fact, however, that the Sakarrans, with all their fair words and sleek prepossessing looks, did not embrace the gospel as the Sarebas did. Sketches of Our Life at Sarawak In the shadow I could just distinguish on the pillow a dark-bearded face whose appearance was certainly not prepossessing. The Seven Secrets When he came on board I was not prepossessed in his favour; his manners were rough and bearish, although he had some redeeming qualities, for he was straightforward and frank. A Sailor of King George It was an open countenance, which unconsciously prepossessed one in his favour. The Toilers of the Field And do you fancy that I loved you for your prepossessing exterior? Lorimer of the Northwest However, his prepossessing manners and perfect urbanity, in some measure compensate for these personal defects; and, upon the whole, the people appear well pleased and contented with their youthful monarch. Journal of a Visit to Constantinople and Some of the Greek Islands in the Spring and Summer of 1833 “Pardon, madame; permit me to say that your representation of the facts is not quite correct,” interrupted Captain Sanders, in whose favour I immediately became prepossessed on account of his serious and earnest look. Major Frank One morning, as I was sitting at breakfast in not a very cheerful mood, a woman, of not very prepossessing appearance, entered. A Sailor of King George A certain great personage, and the Grand Pentionary, are already prepossessed on the subject. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. I Anyone with regular features can learn to apply makeup so that on the stage she will be as prepossessing as her naturally more favored sister-woman. The Art of Stage Dancing The Story of a Beautiful and Profitable Profession The appearance of this man was prepossessing in the highest degree, displaying as it did every requisite of mind and body that can ennoble and dignify manly beauty. Burl He was tall and graceful in form, and his personal appearance was in every respect prepossessing. Nero Makers of History Series The close of the young man's song has found him won, enlisted, prepossessed. The Wagnerian Romances His vanity on that point was, indeed, his most prepossessing human quality. The White Mice Her amiable disposition, her grace and beauty of manners, her own prepossessing appearance, and above all, her unremitting kindness to every one with whom she came in contact, had won upon the hearts of all. The Riflemen of the Miami "Hadn't you better sell your coupons to him?" asked the farmer, who was quite prepossessed in favor of the gentlemanly stranger. The Tin Box and What it Contained I saw him, and bantered him a little on his prepossessing friends. The Cattle-Baron's Daughter This distinguished warrior had a prepossessing appearance and bland manners, and his language to the prisoners was kind. Heroes and Hunters of the West Comprising Sketches and Adventures of Boone, Kenton, Brady, Logan, Whetzel, Fleehart, Hughes, Johnson, &c. I do not hesitate to say that we are perpetually refusing to look at certain kinds of art because, for one reason or another, we are emotionally prepossessed against them. The Beautiful An Introduction to Psychological Aesthetics She wore a man's hat and spencer and had a strong harsh voice, and altogether was not a prepossessing person. Tom Brown at Oxford Muda Hassein is a man about fifty years of age,—some think more,—of low stature, as are most of the Malays, well made, and with a very prepossessing countenance for a Malay. Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery His tender age, and gentle, prepossessing ways, won him no pity. Stories of Many Lands This was regarded as a threat, and did not help to prepossess the members favorably in regard to the feeling with which the king was to meet them. Charles I Makers of History They were presently admitted to the presence of Sheikh El-Khanemy, who appeared to be about forty-five years old, and whose face was prepossessing, with a happy, intelligent, and benevolent expression. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century She was a prepossessing child, with black hair and large dark eyes, pretty teeth and plump, sunburnt cheeks. Werwolves His pigship was a runt, as Mr. Hildreth had said, and deprived of his fair share of nourishment was bony and far from prepossessing. Rainbow Hill Quite prepossessing of appearance was Mr. Sharpe; a tall, rather slight gentleman, whose features no one ever analyzed because the eyes of the observer stopped, fascinated, at his mustache. The Making of Bobby Burnit Being a Record of the Adventures of a Live American Young Man Our hero having taken a good look at the not very prepossessing face, returned to his seat. Madeline Payne, the Detective's Daughter At such times his face was scarcely prepossessing. The Children of Wilton Chase We often allow ourselves to be prepossessed by phantoms, and perhaps I may be able to dissipate, in a moment, those which disturb your imagination. Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers Let me add that he was stout and strongly built, with an open, prepossessing face, and the air of one who is ready to fight his own battles without calling for assistance. Tom, The Bootblack or, The Road to Success Persons we can always find who are strongly prepossessed against seeing any meaning in the Fairy Tale, or in the Mythus. Homer's Odyssey A Commentary A woman, fair of face, hazel-eyed, sunny-haired, with a form too plump to be quite classical, yet graceful and prepossessing in the extreme. Madeline Payne, the Detective's Daughter Still her attitude was the more prepossessing than permanent. The Loyalist A Story of the American Revolution She did not think this a prepossessing specimen, but it was passive. Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster "I'll choose you," said the traveler, decidedly more prepossessed by Tom's appearance than by that of his competitor. Tom, The Bootblack or, The Road to Success As he had done me a service, I responded with a grateful smile; besides, his aspect was peculiarly prepossessing. The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol Among them were George Knight and his wife, George Fawcett, Charles Bowser, and a very prepossessing young man named Henry Woodruff. Charles Frohman: Manager and Man What if she had been captivated by him, by his engaging personal qualities, by his prepossessing appearance, by his habit of gentle speech, by his dignity and his ease of manner! The Loyalist A Story of the American Revolution There was a bright, fearless, resolute look about her, very attractive and prepossessing. Robin Redbreast A Story for Girls This did not prepossess her any more in favor of Luke Walton, whom she regarded as the rival and enemy of her son. Luke Walton She liked Sproatly’s voice and manner, though she was far from prepossessed by his appearance. Masters of the Wheat-Lands On the whole, it was a prepossessing face, clearly cut—indeed, it was a trifle thin—with a hint of quiet determination in the clear gray eyes and firm mouth. The Long Portage As he grew older and became more thoughtful, he assumed better clothing, grew more studious, and, helped by his fine ability and prepossessing looks, became popular. The Telegraph Messenger Boy The Straight Road to Success It is a volume of a highly prepossessing appearance, and a most friendly look. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 The Director of the institution is a young German, of great ability, and most uncommonly prepossessing appearance. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete He had been receiving a careful education there, and was a very prepossessing and accomplished young prince. William the Conqueror Makers of History Margaret was certainly not prepossessed in the man's favour at first sight. Fair Margaret A Portrait This young man is called Prince George; he is about five-and-twenty, and not of a prepossessing appearance. A New Voyage Round the World, in the years 1823, 24, 25, and 26, Vol. 2 “Well, he has occupied the time I had meant to give you,” said the Senator, “and I was not prepossessed either by himself or his claim.” In Connection with the De Willoughby Claim He continues to be precisely as we formerly knew him, both in appearance and manner; highly prepossessing, and with a sort of calm passion about him, very taking indeed. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete Then he was to be seen fairly, and prepossessing enough he was. Vagabondia 1884 Altogether, I had never fallen in with so smart and prepossessing a personage, and should have taken him for one of the gentlemen commending the king’s ships, rather than the captain of a Liverpool privateer. The Privateer's-Man One hundred Years Ago Colonel Lester was a man of prepossessing appearance, handsome, well informed, modest and attractive. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier My glance was fixed upon his very prepossessing face and I did not at the moment notice the gentleman who followed him. A Queen's Error He saw two young women in black;—but there was nothing to prepossess him about either of them. Ralph the Heir From the northeastern corner of the Congo comes this illuminating story: A man had two wives, one gentle and prepossessing, the other such a gossip that he was often made angry. An African Adventure Raymond Leicester had not a prepossessing face; it was heavy, and to a casual observer, stupid. The Boy Artist. A Tale for the Young The expressive look of Faustus had attracted her attention, as well as his prepossessing figure, and his fine handsome face. Faustus his Life, Death, and Doom Her skin was as dark as that of a mulatto, and her features were by no means prepossessing. An Undivided Union The water is too cold to make bathing a luxury, and they are not sufficiently prepossessed in favour of cleanliness to make it a duty. Northern Travel Summer and Winter Pictures of Sweden, Denmark and Lapland And thus much may be safely inferred, viz. that the desire is, at any rate, to prepossess favourably the person approached. The Idea of God in Early Religions His voice and manner were scarcely less prepossessing; the one was as abrupt and clamorous, as the other was rustic and ungraceful. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 56, Number 347, September, 1844 She was prepossessing and lady-like in appearance, and there was a certain ease and self-possession in her manner, which I was surprised to see in one directly from a remote country town. The Continental Monthly, Vol 3 No 3, March 1863 Devoted To Literature And National Policy He looked like a seafaring man, and was not a prepossessing person. “he was a tall, big man.” The Idler Magazine, Volume III, June 1893 An Illustrated Monthly Mrs. Talbot was still more prepossessed in favor of her visitors by the manner in which her offer had been declined. Slow and Sure The Story of Paul Hoffman the Young Street-Merchant Her clear-cut features, fresh complexion, and frank, grey eyes were decidedly prepossessing, and her pigtail had been the longest and thickest and glossiest in the whole crocodile of Hilton House. A Patriotic Schoolgirl The invitation was given with an offhand cordiality decidedly prepossessing. The Continental Monthly, Vol 2, No 6, December 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy The man was standing near a motor-cycle, and neither looked particularly prepossessing. Joe Strong, the Boy Fish or Marvelous Doings in a Big Tank "I'm quite aware that my appearance is not prepossessing," said the Hole-keeper, with a scornful look at the Goblin. Davy and The Goblin What Followed Reading 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' "Which prepossessed you in his favor?" inquired Mr. Talbot, smiling. Slow and Sure The Story of Paul Hoffman the Young Street-Merchant He was an attractive lad, already a favourite with his cousin Elaine, and his handsome boyish face and prepossessing manners soon won him the good graces of the other V.A.D.'s. A Patriotic Schoolgirl His appearance was not prepossessing, on the contrary, 'quite the reverse.' The Continental Monthly, Vol 2, No 6, December 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy He was not prepossessing in appearance, 'a huge, heavy, ugly man,' and he had an uncouth history. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography I am not greatly prepossessed in favour of the privileges of the clergy, but I should like to see their jurisdiction clearly fixed once for all. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 14 — Philosophy and Economics I suppose I was not of a very prepossessing appearance. Roger Trewinion Their general appearance was not prepossessing, and Vane having paused in the doorway, and stared them both in turn out of countenance, had been amply rewarded by hearing himself described as an impertinent young puppy. Mufti Poe had a remarkably pleasing and prepossessing countenance—what the ladies would call decidedly handsome. Lippincott's Magazine, Vol. 26, August, 1880 of Popular Literature and Science He thought it not advisable to press her farther; he had made good headway, she was prepossessed in his favor, that was evident from her manner. The Rider in Khaki A Novel A number of natives, of no very prepossessing appearance, now came off the banks of the river to the ships, and a considerable quantity of skins were obtained from them. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries This species of black-mail is not so uncommon as it would seem, even the fathers of young and prepossessing girls are partners in these affairs. Danger! A True History of a Great City's Wiles and Temptations The Veil Lifted, and Light Thrown on Crime and its Causes, and Criminals and their Haunts. Facts and Disclosures. The personal appearance of 'Bishop' Black in his late years, says the Hon. S. L. Shannon, who remembers him well, was very prepossessing. William Black The Apostle of Methodism in the Maritime Provinces of Canada He had a fine masculine face and prepossessing countenance, much resembling many of the notable Greeks and Romans whose portraits have come down to our time, and a keen intellectual eye. Lippincott's Magazine, Vol. 26, August, 1880 of Popular Literature and Science At length a slightly-built gentleman, prepossessing in his appearance, if not handsome, came up the side, and presented a card with Mr Henry Paget on it. The Voyages of the Ranger and Crusader And what befell their Passengers and Crews. We are besides prepossessed in their favor, and less disposed to remark or cavil at their faults. A Treatise on the Art of Dancing The Doctor's personal appearance is very prepossessing; he is grey-haired; of a fine, healthy complexion; has a gentle eye; and a full, emotional voice. The Story of My Life Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in Canada In appearance the young girl—who was destined some day to become a great detective—was not especially prepossessing. Mary Louise Solves a Mystery He was a tall, spare man, with rugged, but yet prepossessing features. The Rise of Canada, from Barbarism to Wealth and Civilisation Volume 1 His face, however, was painted in a way which gave him a far from prepossessing expression. In the Wilds of Florida A Tale of Warfare and Hunting Nothing has a better effect, nor more prepossessing in favor of the 162 performance to follow, than the bow or curtsy at the opening the dance, made with an air of dignity and freedom. A Treatise on the Art of Dancing He was tall, athletic, and of decidedly prepossessing appearance; and, though somewhat careless in his dress, had a simple dignity about him that is not furnished by the tailor. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 2 No 4, October, 1862 Devoted To Literature And National Policy Alora had paid no attention to the direction they had driven but on leaving the car she found herself facing a three-storied brick flat building of not very prepossessing appearance. Mary Louise Solves a Mystery Altogether there was a dry, withered-leaf-like look about the old man which was not prepossessing. Owen Hartley; or, Ups and Downs A Tale of Land and Sea His appearance and manner were prepossessing, and we at once became intimate. In the Wilds of Florida A Tale of Warfare and Hunting The effect of it steals into his manner, and gait, and gives him an air of presenting himself, that is sure to prepossess in his favor. A Treatise on the Art of Dancing Like her partner, she was then a little past the meridian of life, of a prepossessing appearance, amiable manners, of a cultivated understanding, affectionate disposition, and fine taste. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume I (of 10) Shannon's portrait of him, his appearance was not prepossessing. Nights Rome, Venice, in the Aesthetic Eighties; London, Paris, in the Fighting Nineties He had not been prepossessed with the appearance of the office, and he concluded that Mr Fluke’s dwelling-house would somewhat resemble it. Owen Hartley; or, Ups and Downs A Tale of Land and Sea In person, he was rather awkward; and, in manners, far from prepossessing. The Last Penny and Other Stories Wilmarth is not a prepossessing man, yet I have never heard him spoken of in any but the highest terms. Floyd Grandon's Honor But I may mention before you go that there is, on the lower deck, ample space if you wish to fulfil your promise to complete the adornment of my prepossessing features. Tom Gerrard “Yes, I think there is something very prepossessing in her countenance.” The Settlers in Canada I am not going to prepossess you against even our village scold, by telling her name. Deerbrook "Here is Mr. L——," said the individual he had addressed, referring him to a middle-aged, thoughtful-looking man, with something prepossessing in his face. The Last Penny and Other Stories If it were all to do over again,—but then he was not prepossessed with Violet when he first saw her, and now it is too late. Floyd Grandon's Honor Not a very prepossessing conjoining medium would inoculation appear to have been, but many a pretty and sentimental love affair sprang up between mutually "pock-fretten" New Englanders. Customs and Fashions in Old New England Our friends were not prepossessed by the royal bridegroom, whose low stature, want of beauty, and gloomy expression, struck them in the same light that they did most Englishmen, as denoting neither grace nor graciousness. For the Master's Sake A Story of the Days of Queen Mary But she knew this young woman very well by sight; and her appearance and manner were alike extremely prepossessing. The Beautiful Wretch; The Pupil of Aurelius; and The Four Macnicols His appearance matched his temper and conduct, and thus was not prepossessing. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure It is not prepossessing, I grant, in its superscription, but may, like the toad, ugly and venomous, wear a precious jewel in its head. Valerie These are planarian worms, and though not of prepossessing appearance generally, are extremely interesting animals to study. Country Walks of a Naturalist with His Children A gentleman of not very prepossessing appearance responded to the call. The French Prisoners of Norman Cross A Tale The stranger was a shrewd-looking young man of moderately prepossessing appearance. Men of Affairs |
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