| 单词 | scabbard |
| 例句 | Most guys would look pretty awkward walking around with a scabbard strapped to their jeans, but on Jason it seemed perfectly natural. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z At this I stepped aside, and in the scabbard let my long sword ring home to the pommel silver, as he bent down to the sombre blood. The Odyssey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Jaime vaulted down off Honor and strode to Bracken’s tent, his sword rattling in its scabbard. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z The captain said something that we couldn’t hear, then he pulled the sword from his scabbard, and sliced the epaulets off Hickey’s shoulders. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z In the pasturage along the road the wild oat heads were just clearing their scabbards. The Red Pony 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z So to make the time more pleasant, he pulled from the scabbard his great, his only, love: The six-fingered sword. The Princess Bride 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z The scabbard was embossed in silver, and the handle was black and encrusted with precious stones. The Alchemist 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z A knight stands in the road, his shoulders rising and falling, his sword in its scabbard casting a serpentine shadow on the ground. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z “These inscriptions are all pretty much the same. I see this one’s on the scabbard rather than the blade. It says, oh, something like ‘Beware My Wrath’—the usual sentiments.” The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Jonos Bracken rolled off her, grabbed for his scabbard, and came up with naked steel in hand, cursing. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Caravan guards wandered among the aisles in copper helmets and knee- length tunics of quilted yeUow cotton, empty scabbards swinging from their woven leather belts. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z He let it shine for a few moments in the dock light before he slid it back into its scabbard. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z My armor appeared on my body, my shield appeared in a sling on my back, and my sword appeared in its scabbard, hanging at my side. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z I nod and take the sword, belting the scabbard around my waist. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z His toga was baggy, his tunic barely fit over his belly, and his scabbard fell off his belt every three seconds, but Frank didn’t bother pointing that out. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z It was Lancelot’s horse, and Lancelot was in the cart, beating the cart-horse with his scabbard. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z The scabbard fitted perfectly into the well-made holder on the belt. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z The Wart walked up to the great sword for the third time. lie pot out his right hand softly and drew it out as gently as from a scabbard. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z Tom told him that it was in his scabbard, on his horse. Killers of the Flower Moon 2017-04-18T00:00:00Z There were more sounds: footsteps crunching through the undergrowth, groaning, the rattling of sword scabbards and gun holsters. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z The tall one pulled the sword from the scabbard and slashed it through the air. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Someone found a scabbard for it, which raises all kinds of questions. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z The bar was decorated with glittering bottles, and Kote was standing on the now-vacant counter between the two heavy oak barrels when Bast came back into the room, black scabbard swinging loosely from one hand. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z The younger rebel raised my head with his bayonet, still in its scabbard. A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z The Second hesitated a long moment before sliding her sword back into its scabbard with a definitive click. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Her eyes widen when she catches sight of the scabbards on my back. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Beside her, Archer curled and uncurled his fingers, lightly touching his worn wooden scabbard. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I remember his standing in front of the cabin with his horse saddled, his gun in his scabbard, and his bedroll tied on back of the cantle. Old Yeller 1956-01-01T00:00:00Z “From the look of his wounds, they swarmed him from all sides. He was found with an empty scabbard. It may be that he wounded some of his attackers.” A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Four scims whip out of their scabbards, eight bows notch, and all are pointed at me. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z As Taran gave a final wrench, the scabbard turned in his hand. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z “I like it,” he said with sudden conviction, and hung the black scabbard from one of the mounting board’s pegs. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Matthias triumphantly pulled the scabbard and sword belt free of the wreckage. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z “Ready,” Grandfather drew his sword from the scabbard and held it in the sky. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “Naturally,” Fflewddur answered, smiling confidently and putting his long nose closer to the scabbard. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Shoto took the sword and drew its ornate blade a few inches from the scabbard. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z “So you are and I accept it,” said the man in black, and he began to take off his sword and scabbard. The Princess Bride 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z As he planned on stealing the scabbard from Bull Sparra, why not the belt to go with it? Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Although jewels studded the hilt and pommel, the scabbard was battered, discolored, nearly black with age. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Con’s sword rang as he pulled it out of its scabbard. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z They wore a bizarre mix of plumed Roman helmets, breastplates, scabbards, blue jeans, purple T-shirts, and white athletic shoes. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z Carefully he pulled it from its scabbard and raised it level with his eyes. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Then he removed the .30-30 from the saddle scabbard and walked north, into a faint evening breeze. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z “Winifred, one of your otters has just come up with this sword belt and scabbard. He found them near where Matthias was.” Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z So saying, she wrapped her arms around the scabbard and dropped back to sleep. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Later, as the children sleep, I take the knife out of its scabbard under my shirt. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z The Horned King saw the black scabbard and hesitated a moment, as if in fear. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Ramsay was clad in black and pink—black boots, black belt and scabbard, black leather jerkin over a pink velvet doublet slashed with dark red satin. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z The strange horseman drew an enormous, curved sword from a scabbard mounted on his saddle. The Alchemist 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z She whipped her sword around in a figure-eight pattern, then smoothly replaced it in the scabbard on her back. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z While he was looking at me sternly, he took the bayonet from its scabbard and attached it at the muzzle of his gun. A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier 2007-02-13T00:00:00Z Swords rode on their hips, singing their soft steel song as they rattled in their scabbards. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Its beauty lay in its simplicity, the plainness of its curve; even its wooden scabbard was spare and plain. Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z I had gone to sleep in my clothes, curled around Nightfell’s scabbard. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z He felt his feet leave the roof as the maddened sparrow heaved away at the belt, causing the scabbard to become disarranged. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z He took from the box a small sword in an old shabby leathern scabbard. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z Instead of sliding easily free it of its scabbard, it came halfway out and stuck. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z The handle was of black leather and silver to match the belt and scabbard. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z He fumbled at his sword belt, his hands clumsy in their fur-and-leather gloves, and finally succeeded in ripping his longsword from its scabbard. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z So later on, the ranchers hired men to patrol on horseback, carrying .30-30S in saddle scabbards. Ceremony: 1977-03-01T00:00:00Z He slipped Lightbringer into its scabbard, and the world darkened once again, as if the sun had gone behind a cloud. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z The scabbard was soft grey leather, supple as sin. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Some of the light seemed to go out of the world when Stannis slid his sword back into its scabbard. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z Twin blaster pistols were slung low on her hips in quickdraw holsters, and there was a long, curved elvish sword in a scabbard across her back. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z The scabbard was richly wound with gold filigree. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z The captain spat on Hickey’s boots, took one step back, and slid his sword home into the scabbard. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Inside, Jon hung sword and scabbard from a hook in the stone wall, ignoring the others around him. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z The stranger placed his sword in its scabbard, and the boy relaxed. The Alchemist 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z From outside came the rattle of armor, the scrape of swords on scabbards, the banging of spears on shields, mingled with curses and the hoofbeats of racing horses. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z I shoved it into a pouch on my belt and fumbled my sword out of its scabbard. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z As her fingers tightened on her scabbard, he could see the scars and nicks on her skin shifting over her tendons. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Her sword scabbard came down almost to her ankle. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z From the scabbard at his side he drew forth a mighty sword. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z His scabbard rippled like a spider’s leg, stuck out at a ridiculous angle. The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Together they passed forward a sword in a worn wooden scabbard and a gun. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z He tried to lift his sword and scabbard to its place over the mantle, but his arms shook too badly. Fever 1793 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z He wore camouflage pants, a white T-shirt, and a bronze breastplate, but his sword, Backbiter, wasn’t at his side—only an empty scabbard. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z The golden pommel was smooth and rounded, its color deliberately muted; ash leaves of pale gold entwined at the hilt, and a pattern of leaves covered the scabbard. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z After he had lashed the scabbard onto her shin, she fitted her boot over it. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z They watched in astonishment as the little knight tugged his sword out of its scabbard and began brandishing it violently, hopping up and down in rage. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban 1999-07-08T00:00:00Z “There is a symbol of power on the scabbard,” Eilonwy continued. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z Somehow he could not seem to get the sword free of its scabbard. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z The scabbard had gone from the back of the chair. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z “You can slide it in here. Give me your scabbard and I can fit it into your hoot.” Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z On the table between them, Lord Mormont laid a large sword in a black metal scabbard banded with silver. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Gwydion quickly returned the blade to its scabbard. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z On it he hung a short sword in a battered black-leather scabbard. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z He gave me a tiny smile, then slid the sword into its scabbard. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z Sweeping the belt and scabbard up, he slung them across his shoulder. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z There was also a rifle in a saddle scabbard. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z “So, it seems my quest has been in vain. But what of the scabbard?” Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z We’ve tried to make it look like, “OK, when Jon Snow thinks there’s going to be a fight, he pitches the scabbard and strips back down to basics.” How 'Game of Thrones' Sets Actors on Fire Without Killing Them 2017-07-13T04:00:00Z We hired a guide who led us up and down a sodden trail, a foot-long blade called a parang hanging from a scabbard at his hip. Personal Journeys : Back to Borneo, and an Eden at Risk 2014-02-21T19:03:43Z One of our signature moves is every time he’s about to kick off, we get him to take his scabbard off and get rid of it. How 'Game of Thrones' Sets Actors on Fire Without Killing Them 2017-07-13T04:00:00Z On the sword handle a gilded female warrior holds a wreath and shield, and the scabbard bears the name of the original owner, the Manhattan hotel tycoon Richard French. Antiques: Fern History, Fry Glass and a Militiaman?s Sword 2012-03-15T21:37:47Z And Wheeler’s West Point cadet sword, a prized possession, lay on the floor, unsheathed and atop the scabbard. He helped build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. How did he end up dead in a landfill? 2017-05-23T04:00:00Z After sliding the sheathed sword through a karate belt around my waist, I followed Mr. Rashi’s meticulous instructions for withdrawing the blade from the scabbard smoothly while maintaining an upright posture. Urban Athlete: Lessons for All Would-Be Jedis 2013-06-27T20:54:04Z Unsheathe your swords, then scabbard them for ever. Harry Potter and the Deadly Dullards 2011-07-23T23:06:50Z She was dressed in an unzipped scuba top and was brandishing a knife drawn from a scabbard strapped to her bare thigh. 70s Bond girl Caroline Munro: ‘I loved Roger Moore. His knitwear was really classy’ 2019-06-06T04:00:00Z He murders with a blade, but there’s no sheath, no scabbard. ArtsBeat: Cannes Film Festival: Nicolas Winding Refn on Being One With Ryan Gosling 2013-05-16T15:01:10Z Freshly caught fish are displayed at the entrance; you may find squid, tuna, swordfish, or a local fish called espada, or scabbard, which is like a less flaky cod. Madeira Draws a Younger, Hipper Set 2010-07-09T16:48:00Z Their leader Meir Simcha, who walked round the outpost armed with a large machete in a leather scabbard, said that unlike other Israelis they had not been surprised by the Hamas assault on 7 October. Israelis and Palestinians fear worst to come after Gaza violence 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z The sword is in a scabbard covered with 2,600 pearls and the ceremony is a symbolic show of mutual respect between two historical powerbases, the monarchy and the City of London. King mourns 'heartbreaking' losses in Middle East 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z "This is a unique time capsule, whereby fragments of scrolls, coins from the Jewish Revolt, leather sandals, and now even swords in their scabbards, sharp as if they had only just been hidden away today." Dead Sea reveals four 1,900-year-old Roman swords in cave 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z She carried the sword without its scabbard for the rest of the ceremony. Penny Mordaunt first woman to present sword to King 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Oftentimes, a kirpan is blunt and even sewn into its sheath or scabbard. University police handcuff, detain Sikh student openly carrying religious knife 2022-09-27T04:00:00Z Beyond is a gallery that recounts Tut’s life, as told by the artifacts in his burial place, such as a knife and scabbard, a ceremonial staff with a curved head, and pottery embellished with hieroglyphics. Immersive King Tut exhibit looks beyond the gold mask 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z The remains of a scabbard, a sheath for the blade, was also found. Orkney's rare Viking sword has 'many stories to tell' 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z He also found worked wood in an adjacent niche that turned out to be parts of the swords' scabbards. Dead Sea reveals four 1,900-year-old Roman swords in cave 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z The remains of the ancient warrior dubbed the “Marlow Warlord,” were found in a hilltop burial site alongside an array of weapons, including a sword in a decorated scabbard and spears. Ancient warlord’s skeleton and sword discovered after 1,400 years 2020-10-06T04:00:00Z Archaeologists found a sword still in its scabbard, decorated straps, buckles, rings, ornaments and chariot wheel axle caps. Detectorist 'over the moon' after Bronze Age find 2020-08-09T04:00:00Z These protrusions of bone functioned somewhat like scabbards, protecting the animal’s canines when its mouth was closed. How a Saber-Tooth Marsupial Blinded Us With Its Bite 2020-07-09T04:00:00Z A waiter entered the room carrying eight alarming-looking knives, sheathed in wooden scabbards decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays. Koks, the World’s Most Remote Foodie Destination 2018-06-11T04:00:00Z The three swords that were still in their wooden scabbards were identified as Roman spatha, or long swords, while the fourth, shorter weapon was identified as a ring-pommel sword. Dead Sea reveals four 1,900-year-old Roman swords in cave 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z The sword and scabbard, along with other items unearthed, such as spears, and bronze and glass vessels, are being conserved by Pieta Greaves of Drakon Heritage and Conservation, according to the University of Reading. Ancient warlord’s skeleton and sword discovered after 1,400 years 2020-10-06T04:00:00Z In 1942, tomb raiders in the Zidanku suburb of the central Chinese city of Changsha unearthed a remarkable find: an intact tomb that included a sword, a scabbard and a silk document, blackened with age. How a Chinese Manuscript Written 2,300 Years Ago Ended Up in Washington 2018-06-08T04:00:00Z The dead warrior and the left warrior have the same weapon and scabbard. A Grecian Artifact Evokes Tales From the ‘Iliad’ and ‘Odyssey’ 2017-11-06T05:00:00Z Transitions are not slow dissolves into tinkling piano but abrupt metallic rips, the sound of a sword pulled from a scabbard. Ken Burns Tackles the Vietnam War in New Documentary 0002-11-29T05:00:00Z These include two extremely rare cavalry swords – one of them complete, still with its wooden scabbard, hilt and pommel – and two wooden toy swords. Unearthed near Hadrian’s Wall: lost secrets of first Roman soldiers to fight the Picts 2017-09-09T04:00:00Z “What will kids make of hideous Arabian guards chasing Aladdin throughout the film, scabbards flying, just because the famished youth stole a loaf of bread?” Jack Shaheen, who worked to dismantle Arab stereotypes in media, dies at 81 2017-07-11T04:00:00Z In his ATV, police found a rifle, still in its scabbard. Death on the border: Arizona used rancher's killing to justify harsh immigration laws, but the truth of the case is unclear 2017-06-23T04:00:00Z Officials say the scabbard was torn away from the statue’s rifle and the statue itself was loosened from its base. Town to raise money to repair vandalized World War I statue 2017-06-14T04:00:00Z A police statement says the man walked into a Bank of America branch “wearing a sword housed in a scabbard.” Man with sword arrested in Topeka for attempted robbery 2017-05-18T04:00:00Z O’Bryen went for his gun, it was reported, but was shot before he could get it out of the scabbard. Etowah sheriff looking for families of fallen deputies 2017-02-12T05:00:00Z Trial prosecutors later established that Wood used a knife held in a scabbard on his belt to cut Church across the throat, resulting in a superficial wound in the shape of an “x.” 28 years later: The story of Gordon Church and his killers 2017-01-06T05:00:00Z As he did in Paris, Wawrinka drew that single-handed backhand from its scabbard and painted the deuce corner on his way to saving three break points for 3-1 up just under the hour. Stan Wawrinka upsets Novak Djokovic in final to take first US Open title 2016-09-11T04:00:00Z I hear those Soviet sabers rattling in the scabbards. Spielberg, Hanks and Rylance talk about the Cold War, geopolitics and 'Bridge of Spies' 2015-10-09T04:00:00Z “How strangely in contrast with the . . . fresh white and red bunting were the campaign-soiled cap and gauntlets, the worn hilt and battered scabbard of the sword that lay on the coffin,” Emerson wrote. On Confederate symbols: Which ones should stay and which ones should go? 2015-06-26T04:00:00Z Morgan pulled his sabre from its scabbard and showed the deep notches in its blade from previous Civil War re-enactments. Battle of Appomattox Court House: 150 Years Later 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z He looked for the lieutenant, saw him kneeling, checking his pistol, one hand moving the sword out of the scabbard. Gettysburg: Inside the Mind of a Confederate Fighter 2013-07-02T00:35:31Z The Science of Swords: The Sound of Approaching Doom The sword is silent as it leaves its scabbard in an expert draw. The Science of Swords: The Sound of Approaching Doom 2012-11-15T17:15:04.840Z Excavations this year also produced 7th Century silver and bronze sword and scabbard fittings. Skeleton raises Viking questions 2012-10-25T06:44:31Z He is working on attaching a precious stone to the scabbard of a silver sword he made this week. Of Silver and Swords 2012-09-03T05:00:00Z We spent a morning among spears, pikes, swords, scabbards, helmets, bows and arrows, arquebuses...standards...saddlery. Voices from the Past 2012-04-19T02:00:30.787Z Manners hesitated for a moment; but then, withdrawing his knee from the gipsy's breast, he returned his sword into the scabbard. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z I know this much," the young man answered, tapping his boot with his scabbard with studied carelessness, "that he lent me some money, and seemed a good fellow and one that hated a mass priest. The Story of Francis Cludde 2012-03-30T02:00:16.347Z He that strikes with the sword shall be beaten with the scabbard. Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases With a Copious Index of Principal Words 2012-03-29T02:00:12.730Z As it was a drawn one, where was the scabbard? and did the angel wear a sword-belt? Theological Essays 2012-03-27T02:00:21.867Z “Sword, sword,” cried he, on learning the descent of the French on England; “sword, sword “spring from the scabbard and sharpen thyself to “exterminate.” The Power Of The Popes 2012-03-27T02:00:20.043Z As we were leaving the church, four young officers passed us in gay uniform, their long steel scabbards rattling on the pavement, and their heavy tread disturbing visibly every person present. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z Ignoble scabbard, Noble blade; Fair my soul God has made. The Dramas of Victor Hugo: Mary Tudor, Marion de Lorme, Esmeralda 2012-03-15T02:00:28.817Z Who draws his sword against his prince must throw away the scabbard. Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases With a Copious Index of Principal Words 2012-03-29T02:00:12.730Z I did not know at this time--I may confess it to-day without shame--whither to turn for a gold crown or a new scabbard, and neither had nor discerned any hope of employment. Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France 2012-03-15T02:00:24.837Z The leather scabbard was richly and artistically mounted in silver, but the hilt was a rough piece of unpolished, hammered iron. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z He sometimes rushes, sword in hand, without scabbard or shield, into the thickest of the fight, and gets sorely galled. Sketches of Reforms and Reformers, of Great Britain and Ireland 2012-03-12T03:00:20.310Z A tiny bit of the scabbard of Jeanne had been snipped off by a flying shrapnel fragment, but the sword of Jeanne, which is raised high above her head, has not a nick in it. The A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces 2012-03-09T03:00:18.240Z Lynch's voice sank to a whisper on the last and he drew the gun from its scabbard, peering down the trail, listening. Bruce of the Circle A 2012-03-06T03:00:27.120Z Swift he seized the golden knife,—and drew it— Drew it, panting, from its silver scabbard;— It was damp with blood—’twas red and gory! Servian Popular Poetry 2012-03-03T03:00:19.423Z He thrust it back reverently into its scabbard and laid it down, and then completed his toilet. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z A ball struck the metal scabbard of his sword, just below the hilt, and broke it nearly off. Famous American Statesmen 2012-03-01T03:00:26.167Z Mr. Duncan sent his claymore ringing into the scabbard, 38 wrapped his plaid around his throat, and strolled off towards the new barracks, east of the Hall. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z I had a pass with him,—rapier, scabbard, and all,—and he gives me the stuck-in,—— Sir And. Twelfth Night or, What You Will 2012-02-18T03:00:14.920Z Its scabbard is left where our martyrs are laid, And the vengeance of ages has whetted its blade. The Land of Song, Book II For lower grammar grades 2012-02-16T03:00:03.167Z Then, seeing half a score of bright blades flashing in the sun, he waved them back into their scabbards. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z These men were dressed in full Kurdish finery, and besides guns elaborately inlaid with silver and ivory, and swords in much-decorated scabbards, they carried daggers with hilts incrusted with turquoises in their girdles. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume II (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:11.843Z Certainly a large mouth filled with white teeth is preferable to one used as the scabbard of a sharp, two-edged sword. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 11 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:52.627Z What a fine scabbard that makes for the sword of Gettysburg! The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 8 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Political 2012-02-11T03:03:48.503Z Now and then there arises a man who on peril's edge draws from the scabbard of despair the sword of victory. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 12 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:47.297Z He rose stealthily upon his knees, felt for a dirk in his obi, drew forth the blade and ran a finger along the edge, then laid the scabbard in the water. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z He chose it because he was the regiment's colonel and was no doubt proud when he removed the sword from its scabbard to reveal a blade embossed with the regiment's battle honours. Three royal treasures that shed light on the monarchy 2012-02-10T18:26:14Z The dress of the dragoons was very smart, and the swords and steel scabbards they carried, very long and heavy. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z When the sword is drawn, reason remains in the scabbard. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 8 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Political 2012-02-11T03:03:48.503Z He is a sword without a hilt and without a scabbard. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 12 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:47.297Z He sought for a moment leisurely among the reeds, and seeing the scabbard gleam, replaced it with the dirk within his belt. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z In bronze there were remains of two sword scabbards, four brooches, some fragments belonging to horse harness, pins and rings, and a small spoon. England 2012-02-09T03:00:12.957Z Enlisted personnel wore at least one shoulder belt, and in many cases used two belts, which crossed, one belt carrying the cartridge box and the other the bayonet and scabbard. American Military Insignia 1800-1851 2012-02-04T03:00:18.780Z When he put the candle out his sword was in the scabbard. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z This had often a small knife fixed on the scabbard, like a Highland officer’s dirk of the present day. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z Quickly he divested himself of his fine velvet coat, his waistcoat and his scabbard, and pulled off the heavy riding boots, caked with mud. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z Thistles have prickles, Mr. Wogan, but the grass has blades like you and me; only, unlike you and me, it has no scabbards to sheathe them in.' Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Mr. Plishka flung the scabbard across the stage and brought the sword down so hard a piece of the blade went flying into the orchestra pit. City Room: Last Curtain, but No End of Stories, for a Veteran Met Singer 2012-01-27T12:00:36Z She looked towards the little army which defiled between the fields, with the sun glinting upon musket and scabbard, and brought her clenched fist down upon the pommel of her saddle. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z He uncrossed his legs as he spoke, and the scabbard of his sword rattled against the frame of the bed. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z She heard a great cry, and before she had time to know what he was doing, Richard had whipped his sword from its scabbard and had struck up the two blades. The Black Moth A Romance of the XVIIIth Century 2012-01-31T03:00:13.827Z As he spoke, with his left hand he jerked his sword out of the scabbard, and caught it by the hilt with his right. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Nephi drew the sword from its scabbard, and as he held it up, he felt constrained by the Spirit to kill Laban. Gleanings by the Way 2012-01-24T03:00:27.717Z "That's a lie," he shouted, and in a flash his sword was out of the scabbard and the point of it pricking my breast. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z Conversation is but the pretty scabbard that hides the sword. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z The sword is of ethereal temper, and nothing cuts so keen as its double edge; but there are jewels on the hilt, an exquisite inlaying on the scabbard. Recitations for the Social Circle 2012-01-17T03:00:22.643Z That night he held a wedding with Brynhild, and when they came to bed he drew the sword Gram out of its scabbard and laid it between them. The Nibelungenlied Revised Edition 2012-01-04T03:00:37.750Z Case 200., which fits into the circular Toledo scabbard placed above it; but they are only curious to the uninitiated. Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 93, August 9, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. 2011-12-20T03:00:34.177Z And as I entered the room again and drew the sword from its scabbard I heard it yet a third time. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z On this strip the snow was heavily piled, and for security's sake I got me again to my hands and knees, flogging a path before me with the scabbard of my sword. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z She ventured even to pull the blade a little way from its scabbard. What Will People Say? A novel 2011-12-17T03:00:18.490Z My winchester and pistol both were hanging to the saddle-horn, but I managed to grab and pull the latter out of the scabbard as I went off, and took it with me. A Texas Cow Boy or, fifteen years on the hurricane deck of a Spanish pony, taken from real life 2011-12-17T03:00:14.127Z Ca-lack! even what Cockatoo has said of Kauwa is true," declared the Adjutant, solemnly, snapping his sword in its scabbard; "I, who am the cleaner of cities, consider Kauwa but a thief. The Sa'-Zada Tales 2011-12-14T03:00:18.457Z From the spot where I lay I could see the scabbard shining by the tiller. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z On the table where his feet rested was his cap, from which a frayed feather stuck out stiffly; likewise his cloak, and a very long sword in a velvet and wood scabbard. The Heart of Denise and Other Tales 2011-12-14T03:00:15.733Z When strongly moved he sometimes utters an epigram that rings like steel leaving the scabbard. Modern Essays 2011-12-13T03:00:25.577Z The seneschal, growing angry, said to the dame, pointing to Ulenspiegel: “If I were to give this beggar’s spawn a dressing with my scabbard, he would stop making this impudent hubbub.” The Legend of Ulenspiegel, Volume I (of 2) And Lamme Goedzak, and their Adventures Heroical, Joyous and Glorious in the Land of Flanders and Elsewhere 2011-12-10T03:00:17.800Z In a few minutes we heard the sound of horse's hoofs, the sharp clink of steel scabbards, and a half-dozen horsemen rode up. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z He caused the dragoons to lay aside their scabbards and all the rest of their accoutrements, which would make a rattling noise as they advanced. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z ‘Oh!’ said he, seizing his sword, and drawing it a little out of the scabbard, ‘this is what I wear for you, madam.’ Memoirs of Leonora Christina Daughter of Christian IV. of Denmark; Written During Her Imprisonment in the Blue Tower at Copenhagen 1663-1685 2011-11-26T03:00:13.823Z Attorney-General—Pray, which of all the four brought in any sword in a scabbard? State Trials Vol. 2 (of 2) Political and Social 2011-11-24T03:00:50.470Z I am glad you threw away the scabbard and made your critical remarks so straight. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z "On that point," he wrote, "we have thrown away the scabbard and the moment an European war brings her back to this practice, adds us again to her enemies." Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism 2011-11-23T03:00:55.563Z Their swords are well-made and ornamented, and are carried in a wooden scabbard from a belt of webbing. The Inhabitants of the Philippines 2011-11-23T03:00:21.653Z Grant pulled a fine, ivory-handled Colt’s pistol from the scabbard of Cowboy Finan, putting his own pistol in place of it. History of 'Billy the Kid' 2011-11-19T03:00:22.640Z Pomfret—No, indeed, I did not see Mr. Dockwra's sword, it was in the scabbard by his side. State Trials Vol. 2 (of 2) Political and Social 2011-11-24T03:00:50.470Z I unsheathed my dagger and put it back in the scabbard, to be sure that in case of need it would come out easily. Fables for Children, Stories for Children, Natural Science Stories, Popular Education, Decembrists, Moral Tales 2011-11-17T03:00:35.327Z One looks for the point of a scabbard, containing a good Toledan blade, below the cloak. The Story of Seville 2011-11-15T03:00:17.143Z When the first advancing troopers rise to sight, he sets his hand From the scabbard forth to draw his sharp-edged, finely-mettled brand. A Literary History of the Arabs 2011-11-13T03:00:15.660Z Both had pulled their Winchester rifles from the scabbards. History of 'Billy the Kid' 2011-11-19T03:00:22.640Z And as she sat motionless, her mind slipped sharp and keen out of its lethargy and restlessness, like a sword from its scabbard. Diana Tempest, Volume II (of 3) 2011-11-12T03:00:31.283Z The starter was seen to move hand to the pistol scabbard and draw his weapon. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z Before turning over the horses to other hands, the old greys were given a careful rub down, and then a thorough cleaning was bestowed upon halters, bridles, carbines, scabbards, sabers, pistols and holsters. Campaign of the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry April 25-November 11, 1898 2011-10-16T02:00:16.233Z Wrapped in our rubber blankets, we lay on the grass and slept, as the landlady in Rob Roy says, "like a good sword in its scabbard." A Narrative of Service with the Third Wisconsin Infantry 2011-10-15T02:00:29.757Z Now the pretty pistol was handed back to Grant and he stuck it in his scabbard. History of 'Billy the Kid' 2011-11-19T03:00:22.640Z But finding that Catesby meditated no further hostilities, he returned it to the scabbard. Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason 2011-10-15T02:00:27.517Z Each pony wore a good saddle with a Winchester in a scabbard hanging at the side. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z Then take the sword from my scabbard, And slowly lift the pin; And you may swear, and safe your aith,15 Ye never let Clerk Saunders in. English and Scottish Ballads, Volume II (of 8) 2011-10-14T02:00:24.023Z When we had first come within range of the grape-shot, my scabbard had been struck and cut in two at a point just below where I grasped it with my left hand. A Narrative of Service with the Third Wisconsin Infantry 2011-10-15T02:00:29.757Z Then the “Kid” jerked Bell’s pistol out of its scabbard. History of 'Billy the Kid' 2011-11-19T03:00:22.640Z Do you believe that I can prevent war; do you believe I am strong enough to force back the half-drawn sword into the scabbard? For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. I (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:45.883Z New and brilliant, too, were the hilt and scabbard of the sabre that dangled by his side. A Trooper Galahad 2011-10-12T02:00:53.977Z The blood-stained instrument was therefore found in his scabbard, and he was tried and hanged. The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan 2011-10-11T02:01:13.517Z For a moment, in the warm sunshine, the hot, woolly wigs and the starched coats and the shining scabbard seemed out of place. Jungle Peace 2011-10-06T02:00:42.363Z Their belts were of cloth of gold crimped with red satin, from which hung the scabbards of their daggers, made of cloth of gold. The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the land of Flanders and elsewhere 2011-10-04T02:00:19.193Z Again the trumpet-call quavered in the air, and Ptolemy's squadrons followed Amyntas with a clanking of armor and a jangling of scabbards. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z They used a double-edged, bronze-bladed sword, the hilt and scabbard of which were adorned with gold and silver. Great Inventions and Discoveries 2011-10-01T02:00:30.900Z With this she fell dead at her son’s feet; and forthwith he drew the sword from its jewelled scabbard, and with one swift blow smote off the old lord’s head. The Fairies and the Christmas Child 2011-09-29T02:00:12.583Z I have long since abandoned all feuds with Catholicism, and the sword which I once drew in the service of an idea, and not from private grudge, has long rested in its scabbard. The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine 2011-09-21T02:00:27.670Z In order to enchant her he attempted to turn a light pirouette, in which Rolande's scabbard just missed putting out the eye of the cat, which was lying on a neighboring stool. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z Blushing at being thus surprised, Joan quickly took off the casque and returned the sword to its scabbard. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z The first quarto has scabbard, all the later editions have pilcher, a word occurring nowhere else. Notes and Queries, Number 85, June 14, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Geneologists, etc. 2011-09-13T02:00:32.783Z The youth was on his feet instantly, and flashed his sword from its scabbard. A Maid at King Alfred?s Court 2011-09-13T02:00:30.520Z The sabres of the brothers came biting from their scabbards and gleamed in the moonlight. On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z I am with you; I have only to draw him from the scabbard.—Come then, Rolande.—It is this cursed knot which holds him. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z Forward!" cried Joan keeping her sword in its scabbard and merely waving her banner; "heaven protects us! The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z To me it is quite evident that pilcher is a mere typographical error for pitcher, which, in this jocose, bantering speech, Mercutio substitutes for scabbard, else why are the ears mentioned? Notes and Queries, Number 85, June 14, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Geneologists, etc. 2011-09-13T02:00:32.783Z Sabres and rapiers came out with a gritting from the scabbard, and the church became bright from the steel. Pan Michael An Historical Novel of Poland, the Ukraine, and Turkey. 2011-09-10T02:00:24.983Z Yatsek ungirded his sabre, drew it out of the scabbard, looked at the edge by the light of the chimney, and fell to rubbing the blade with his handkerchief. On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z Chaudoreille put Rolande in his scabbard again and then escaped by the boulevard, crying, "Watch," and followed by all the idlers, and these were not a few, of the neighborhood. The Barber of Paris 2011-09-18T02:00:25.547Z The Christian maid had usually kept her sword in its scabbard, and even in the heat of the most stubbornly contested battles never used it against men. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z Others, dimly visible, chatted around me or moved with sudden clank of scabbard and spur. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z "We will cut him to pieces!" roared the mob, striking their scabbards, and waving their morning-stars in the air. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z And he put his sabre into the scabbard. On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z He asserted that he heard the regular beat of the horses’ hoofs on the floor, the tinkling of the scabbards on the stirrup-irons, and the shouts of the rough-riders. The Young Dragoon Every Day Life of a Soldier 2011-08-31T02:01:26.737Z Denis!" replied the captain, casting a threatening look at Joan's uncle, "If your hair were not grey, I would have you whipped out of the castle with a sword's scabbard! The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z He knew as well as I how loosely in their scabbards lay our two swords. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z He had shot out the words as a sword leaps from its scabbard. Jane Oglander 2011-08-30T02:00:38.717Z At last he returned it to the scabbard, and added,-- "God sends adventures and accidents." On the Field of Glory An Historical Novel of the Time of King John Sobieski 2011-09-13T02:00:27.560Z We walked our horses steadily on, with our sabres still in their scabbards, to the market-place, where our captain found the chief of police surrounded by yeomanry and his own men. The Young Dragoon Every Day Life of a Soldier 2011-08-31T02:01:26.737Z Oh, it won't come out,' she added, as she attempted to pull it out of the scabbard; 'do make it come out!' The Black Poodle And Other Tales 2011-08-30T02:00:37.963Z She whipped the jeweled kris out of its silken scabbard. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z All were dressed in gray overcoats of home-made or coarse cloth from Rossyeni, lined with sheepskin; they had leather belts, with sabres in black iron scabbards. The Deluge, Vol. I. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-08-26T02:00:24.433Z Yard by yard we lost ground; and now we could hear the clashing of stirrups and scabbards as our enemies panted close upon our trail. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z A good fire was burning in a large grate, the white belts, black sabretaches, and burnished scabbards hung around the room and glittered in the fire light. The Young Dragoon Every Day Life of a Soldier 2011-08-31T02:01:26.737Z The edge was already gleaming in Zagloba's eyes, when the chief restrained himself, thrust the knife back into the scabbard, and cried: "Boys!" With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z His sword flashed from its scabbard and he brought the flat of the blade on the unhappy wretch's head. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z As the train moved out he drew his sword, threw the scabbard away, and, standing stiffly to attention, saluted the fair lady. Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 150, May 31, 1916 2011-08-09T02:00:23.527Z With this speech, he made a low bow to the King and another to the assembled knights, and, loosening his sword-belt, handed it with his scabbard and his outer cloak to a squire. Cedric, the Forester 2011-08-17T02:00:29.077Z It had many miraculous qualities, and the wearer of its scabbard could lose no blood. School Reading by Grades Sixth Year 2011-07-31T02:00:11.420Z He held the scabbard with his feet and drew out the blade. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z At her side, in a silken scabbard, hung a light, skilfully wrought kris. The Argus Pheasant 2011-08-27T02:00:20.160Z “Wouldn’t go back into the scabbard,” he said faintly; and then with a harsh gasp: “Water—water!” Midnight Webs 2011-07-29T02:00:30.077Z On one side accoutrements, lances, swords, the steel of their scabbards glinting through the crackled coats of kharki—odds and ends of uniform—telling their tale of action—action—action—in all its phases. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z And so, on slight pretexts, or no pretexts at all, the war lords and imperial autocrats rattle their swords in their scabbards and let loose the avalanche of war on the world. Think A Book for To-day 2011-07-27T02:00:35.180Z Volodyovski was the calmest of all, but he kept silent, examining however his pistols carefully, and added new powder; then he felt to see if his sabre would come out of the scabbard easily. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z Martin! you mean well ... but I cannot follow your advice--See," he unfolded his cloak, under which flashed a scabbard and three pistols, "I am armed, there is nothing to be afraid of. Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z If neglected, its existence might be forgotten, but on friction being applied, it flashes out again like the sword from its scabbard, shines resplendently by its own natural properties, and soars into the air. Tablets 2011-07-25T02:00:17.487Z His was the old, old story of the sword that wore out the scabbard—flesh and spirit at issue, and the flesh so frail, so unequal to the conflict. Stevenson's Shrine The Record of a Pilgrimage 2011-07-18T02:00:23.520Z The smile died from her lips, and a sort of panic took possession of her as the sunshine caught the sheen of their scabbards and lighted into glowing color the scarlet of their uniforms. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z The blood rushed to his face, and he pulled his sabre out of the scabbard; but in the twinkle of an eye the little knight, putting his hatchet under his knee, drew his own. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z "No! to receive an officer of such high desert in such a way," exclaimed Bubna clashing his scabbard upon the floor; "and when he was speaking of Mannsfield!..." Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z It came from the door immediately upon their right, which was painted with the number "3," and was simply the click of a sword in its scabbard. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z Well now, it is this sword which Paul advises these young disciples at Ephesus to get and hold at all costs, and never to leave it rusting in the scabbard at home. The Whole Armour of God 2011-07-12T02:00:30.060Z "Down, down with the traitors!" he shouted, as his sword flew from its scabbard, and gleamed in his left hand, whilst, at the same instant, the concealed horsemen, rushing forward, surrounded the spot. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z Reports reach me, Volodyovski, that as others are unable to keep their tongues behind their lips, you are unable to keep your sabre in its scabbard, for which punishment is due you. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z "S'death!" shouted Sir Pall�, and his sword flew from the scabbard. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:29.790Z The Queen looked at him in amazement and then saw that his scabbard was empty. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z “I have another thought,” said Umar Khan, returning his sword to its scabbard. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z He plucked the weapon from its scabbard, and rushed furiously on the prisoner, who remained immoveable, and laughing wildly. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z The sword wielded at Créçy and Poictiers, and at many another fight, has vanished from its scabbard. The Dover Road Annals of an Ancient Turnpike 2011-07-04T02:00:17.130Z Which continue the whole time you go round; and the ninth time the person you are to marry will meet you with a scabbard and so kiss you: if not, a bell as before. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z The other's sword was out of his scabbard in a second, and he threw himself on guard, his face livid with passion. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z Both hilt and scabbard were encrusted with splendid rubies and other stones, but mostly rubies—and there were other valuables. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z He drew it from the scabbard, broke it and dropped the cartridges into his palm. The Last Straw 2011-06-27T02:00:58.100Z And the Prussian officer clanked the tip of his scabbard loudly upon the deck, as if to emphasize his protest. Rounding up the Raider A Naval Story of the Great War 2011-06-24T02:00:25.163Z According to them, the comet threatened some misfortune; if it did not happen, it was because the prayers of penitence had turned aside the wrath of God; he had returned his sword to the scabbard. Astronomical Myths Based on Flammarions's History of the Heavens 2011-06-24T02:00:15.873Z The swords, for example, were generally of my manufacture; I gilded and decorated the scabbards; and a secret instinct allowed me not to stop till our militia was accoutred according to the antique model. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z Tulwars whirled from their scabbards, and, in a moment, the intruder was surrounded. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z When he dismounted a scabbard clattered at his heels, for Malcolm now had the pistols between his knees as he sat behind the tightly drawn curtains of the vehicle. The Red Year A Story of the Indian Mutiny 2011-06-22T02:00:20.120Z "Well," said the damsel, "go into yonder barge, and row thyself unto the sword, and take it and the scabbard with thee, and I will ask my gift of thee when I see my time." King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table 2011-06-20T02:00:02.907Z There were no chivalrous swords ready to leap from the scabbards for her. Ten Years Near the German Frontier A Retrospect and a Warning 2011-06-16T02:00:15.297Z Throughout America, it struck but one deep and awful sentiment, "the sword is drawn, and we must now throw the scabbard away." The Life of Benjamin Franklin With Many Choice Anecdotes and admirable sayings of this great man never before published by any of his biographers 2011-06-15T02:00:17.903Z He heard the rattle of stones outside; now and then the tones of a deep voice, or the clink of rifle-barrel or scabbard against the rock. The Ruby Sword A Romance of Baluchistan 2011-07-05T02:00:28.367Z Finally, with a look of infinite humiliation, he slowly slipped the sword back into its scabbard. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z Let us admit that souls of his kind are encased in sick frames; their steel is too shrewd for the scabbard; yet the enigma for us is none the less unfathomable. The Poems and Prose Poems of Charles Baudelaire with an Introductory Preface by James Huneker 2011-06-01T02:00:22.477Z As it was a drawn one, where was the scabbard? and did the angel wear a sword belt? A Few Words About the Devil And Other Biographical Sketches and Essays 2011-05-31T02:00:28.247Z Bleak is the wind that leaps like blade unsheathed From out the silver scabbard of the East! Virginia, A Tragedy And Other Poems 2011-05-26T02:00:17.117Z Swords all flashed simultaneously from their scabbards, and in a moment, Béla was surrounded, and over his head there was a canopy of iron blades. 'Neath the Hoof of the Tartar The Scourge of God 2011-05-26T02:00:15.987Z The very clanking of his own bayonet scabbard made this bold young soldier jump. On Guard Mark Mallory's Celebration 2011-05-15T02:00:09.877Z The sword is resting in its scabbard, my lord. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z The young gentleman's left hand fell naturally to grasp the scabbard of his sword, and, before the man had done speaking, he had taken three steps towards the door of the inn. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z After being polished, it was brought to her with two rich scabbards, one of crimson velvet, the other of cloth-of-gold; but the practical Maid got herself yet another of strong leather for daily wear. Heroines That Every Child Should Know Tales for Young People of the World's Heroines of All Ages 2011-05-04T02:00:19.257Z The Union League Club presented him a beautiful sword, the scabbard of gold and silver, and the hilt set in brilliants. Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous 2011-04-26T02:00:23.677Z The rescuer wheeled his horse sharply about; he whipped his sword from its scabbard and plunged furiously into the woods. On Guard Mark Mallory's Celebration 2011-05-15T02:00:09.877Z Immediately a hundred swords are whipped from their scabbards, and a united rush is directed towards him. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z Philip Oglander received it, sullenly returned it to its scabbard, and strode back to the table, there to continue his supper. The Golden Galleon BEING A NARRATIVE OF THE ADVENTURES OF MASTER GILBERT OGLANDER, AND OF HOW, IN THE YEAR 1591, HE FOUGHT UNDER THE GALLANT SIR 2011-04-25T02:00:10.333Z It's wonderful," added Miss Octavia promptly, taking the sword, which Pepperton had with difficulty drawn from its battered scabbard, "that even a discerning woman like me could have been so mistaken. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z Other prisoners were being brought into the courtyard, that echoed the tread of troops and the clanking of steel scabbards. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z This time the turkeys were kept, but the swords also—in English scabbards. The Pocahontas-John Smith Story 2011-04-15T02:00:20.537Z And again their bright swords leapt from their scabbards. Japanese Fairy Tales 2011-04-15T02:00:14.617Z Silently he walked out to fetch Sir Burkhard's sword, and drawing it out of the scabbard, he laid it on the table before the Duchess. Ekkehard. Vol. II (of II). A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:45.217Z No wonder, then, that a Samurai should almost have worshipped his sword, even when undrawn from its scabbard, as the reviewer sarcastically describes. A Fantasy of Far Japan Summer Dream Dialogues 2011-04-09T02:00:13.677Z “This is defence—more than defence enough!” said the Chevalier, as he slowly replaced the instrument in its scabbard. Tales from Blackwood Volume 8 2011-04-09T02:00:09.087Z Thus the position of the hand and blade, the moment it is drawn from the scabbard on the left side, is practically that of the first, or “prime,” parry. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z "No doubt about it," returned the other, as he loosed his sword in its scabbard. Punch,or The London Charivari, Volume 105, July 22nd, 1893 2011-04-02T02:00:12.230Z When he had safely alighted, he seized his scabbard, and dealt Heribald a blow over the back. Ekkehard. Vol. II (of II). A Tale of the Tenth Century 2011-04-14T02:00:45.217Z The sword of a Samurai, even when in the scabbard, was not a thing to be trifled with. A Fantasy of Far Japan Summer Dream Dialogues 2011-04-09T02:00:13.677Z What is the injury that—once done—can never be repaired? whose is the sword that, once when drawn, the scabbard must be cast away for ever? Tales from Blackwood Volume 8 2011-04-09T02:00:09.087Z Lying in their green serge scabbards, a few paces off, were the swords ready to play their part when the time came. Artist and Model (The Divorced Princess) 2011-04-01T02:00:37.710Z Long it was before the tumult of the many voices ceased, or the flashing sabres were restored to their scabbards. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 370, August 1846 2011-04-01T02:00:28.747Z Happily, the sword of Louis of Bavaria remained in its scabbard. A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 10 (of 10) From "The Works of Voltaire - A Contemporary Version" 2011-03-31T02:00:21.443Z It was the murmur of men’s voices, mingled with the clanking of steel scabbards. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Silent as spectres were they, here and there only a muttered word, with the champing of bits, and occasionally the louder clink of scabbard against stirrup as some horse shied at the blinding flash. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z The Mexican hero was never an idle man; and after his sword was sheathed in its scabbard, his pen never rested. Mayne Reid A Memoir of his Life 2011-03-23T02:00:25.120Z His head was wrapped in a bloody bandage; he was also wounded in the leg, and supported himself as with a cane, with the scabbard of a cavalry saber. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z Soldiers set up checkpoints to enforce a ban on carrying firearms in public, even checking for hidden guns inside the ornamental scabbards of traditional Yemeni jambiya daggers. Yemeni troops on streets as two party members quit 2011-03-20T13:19:30Z As he pronounced the challenging speech, Garth drew from its scabbard a huge broadsword—at the same time placing himself in an attitude of defence. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Then hearing the word “quarter,” and seeing signs of amity restored, they slipped their blades back into the scabbards, and sate awaiting orders. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z There were some eighty of them as I could see, and every man now whipped his sword from his scabbard. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Swords leaped from their scabbards, and I heard threats uttered against me. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z One had only to glance at the face to be reminded of the old saying of the sword wearing the scabbard. Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir 2011-03-11T03:00:14.423Z It was of beautiful workmanship with a crest on the jewelled scabbard, and below a graven name which, by the light of the tallow dip, Richard at last spelled out:— “Barry.” Joscelyn Cheshire A Story of Revolutionary Days in the Carolinas 2011-03-10T03:00:48.177Z If he carry the sharp rapier of wit at his side, it is sheathed in the scabbard of good-nature. The Haunted Room A Tale 2011-03-10T03:00:46.157Z Catching Petrovka suddenly by the arm, he drew her close to him, and whipped his sword from his scabbard as one who would brook no denial. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z Let us say to Europe: France draws her sword; the scabbard she will fling away. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z I am not sure that my sword at sight of them would not spring of itself from the scabbard.” The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt 2011-03-08T03:00:42.177Z But I'd come back with my sword loose in its scabbard to do battle for my lady. The Black Eagle Mystery 2011-03-07T03:00:12.497Z At once ten thousand scabbards fly, Ten thousand blades are gleaming! Songs and Ballads of the Southern People 1861-1865 2011-03-06T03:00:22.800Z The corresponding scabbard was of baticulin5 and was worked with great skill. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century, Volume XLIII, 1670-1700 2011-02-26T03:00:46.860Z For the first time since the arrival of the momentous news, Victoria spoke: "A traitorous King would prevent you from breaking it; he would order you to return it to its scabbard." The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z “Thy sword is mine,” replied he, “and it may leave the scabbard only when I give the order.” The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt 2011-03-08T03:00:42.177Z He carries state umbrellas of yellow silk, surmounted by golden globes, wears a sword with a massive golden scabbard, and bears a shield decorated with radii and crosses of the same metal. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z Heavy cavalry sword, German; steel scabbard, straight blade. American Antiquities Auction Catalogue, January 8, 1898 2011-02-23T03:00:33.300Z Those weapons used both for cutting and thrusting are balaraos or two edged daggers, whose hilts and scabbards are usually adorned with various designs in silver engraved by themselves. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century, Volume XLIII, 1670-1700 2011-02-26T03:00:46.860Z First, a bullet passed through his greatcoat; then his cap was struck; his haversack and water-bottle were riddled with shots; and a hole was bored through the scabbard of his bayonet. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) From the Battle of Mons to the Fall of Antwerp. 2011-02-19T03:01:10.063Z These were gold or gilt buttons, epaulettes, steel scabbards of sabres, or bands of lace. The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z “The lost Thavánan!” shouted the crowd: “he has pawned his soul to the fiend”—and swords flashed from the scabbard, as men’s hearts were strengthened at the sight of danger in a tangible form. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z Steel scabbard, curved blade, made by Tiffany & Co., American Antiquities Auction Catalogue, January 8, 1898 2011-02-23T03:00:33.300Z No sound of bit, or spur, stirrup, or steel scabbard. The Bandolero A Marriage among the Mountains 2011-02-09T03:00:48.583Z When I spoke about the dagger and described it, she screamed and rushed excitedly to a corner cupboard and flung it open and brought out an old leather scabbard, which she dropped on the table. Sergeant Silk the Prairie Scout 2011-02-07T03:00:22.570Z They hurl the pen into a corner, and draw the sword from its scabbard, as if this had been their sole business their whole life long. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z The capacious stomach, and the bright silver sword with tulip scabbard, betoken high honour and command. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z For this instruction, dismounted, the saber in the scabbard is carried in the left hand. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Once on the ground, there won’t be much chance for either policeman or patrol, to save you from the sword you are tempting from its scabbard. The Bandolero A Marriage among the Mountains 2011-02-09T03:00:48.583Z They may safely smile at such an incident as an empty scabbard; but to us it is a drawn dagger. The Color Line A Brief in Behalf of the Unborn 2011-01-30T03:00:15.907Z General Lamberth, falling on his knees, offered him a civic sword in a scabbard, which he received, putting aside his military weapon, to indicate that he intended to govern by law and not by force. London in Modern Times or, Sketches of the English Metropolis during the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries. 2011-01-28T03:00:22.900Z On no foreigner who had yet visited the Christian land had this mark of distinction been conferred, but the despot now suddenly resolved that the fluted tulip scabbard should adorn his English guests. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z In the necessary movements on foot with the saber in hand the saber is carried with the hilt to the front and higher than the shoe of the scabbard. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Allen returned his half-drawn sword to its scabbard and said bluffly: “For the sake of the cause I agree to this.” A Hero of Ticonderoga 2011-01-27T03:00:45.450Z Drawing his own sabre from its scabbard, he pointed to a stain on it, saying, "This is the blood of an Englishman." Napoleon's Young Neighbor 2011-01-24T03:00:18.637Z With an oath, he dashed the sabre back into its scabbard, cast a glance of deadly hatred about him, and strode away. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z “Call you this English gold?” exclaimed the Negoos: “here then is a piece of Abyssinian gold for you,”—and throwing upon the ground the brass foil of a sword scabbard, he laughed immoderately. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z The left hand holds the scabbard as at attention. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z How can the sword of the Lord put it selfe up into its scabbard and be quiet, when himself hath given it a charge to the contrary? The Simple Cobler of Aggawam in America 2011-01-17T03:00:44.767Z There was a sound as of a number of swords leaping from their scabbards, and the clank and ring of the steel as the blades seemed to meet above his head. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z The scabbard, too, was of pure gold, set profusely with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z At his side marched the bearers of the straight falchions, sheathed in scabbards of polished silver. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z At the command return, grasp the scabbard as in draw saber and carry the opening to the front. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Slike jammed his Winchester into one of the empty scabbards and untied the bridle reins of the horses. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z The swords clanked again as they were returned to their scabbards, and the new-made member, having taken the oath, was commanded to rise. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z Replacing the sword carefully in its scabbard, he buckled it around his waist. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z Undaunted to the death, Medóko reared himself with difficulty from his couch, and his good sword flashed instantaneously from the scabbard. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z If no indication be given for the inspection of rifles they remain slung or in the scabbard, according to the equipment carried. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Billy stepped to his horse, dragged the Winchester from the scabbard under the near fender and trotted to the top of the rise. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z The only suspicious object to be seen was a sword, which had been withdrawn from its scabbard and thrown on the cabin floor. A Runaway Brig; or, An Accidental Cruise 2011-01-02T03:00:16.390Z Then taking a cloak from the armoire he enveloped himself in it, so as to completely hide the jeweled scabbard. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z Lo here, where your body lies fallen, I draw from its scabbard the sword And raise it—how feebly!—and call on Your spirit, my captain, my lord. The Two Twilights 2010-12-25T03:00:12.393Z The left arm will be extended, the fingers and thumb grasping the scabbard, back of the hand outward. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Suddenly his attention was arrested by a brown blade with a simple hilt and without a scabbard. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z A million of swords would leap from their scabbards to assert it, and the Union itself would be shivered like a Prince Rupert's dress in the shock. Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 3 (of 3) 2010-12-20T17:11:42.357Z Before he had finished speaking, three swords were out of their scabbards and three infuriated French noblemen sprang at Tournay. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z The sword fishes Xiphidae, the lancet fishes, Acanthuridae, and the scabbard fishes, Trichuridae, are distributed through the seas of south Asia. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" Turn the head to the left, fixing the eyes upon the opening of the scabbard: raise the right hand and insert the blade in the scabbard and push it home. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z His scabbard is empty, but he has not parted with his sword. With our Fighting Men The story of their faith, courage, endurance in the Great War There was to be a fight of sorts between them, even though, at present, his sword lay idle in its scabbard. A Blot on the Scutcheon The hilts are decorated with ivory, amber, wood, bronze, horn, and the decoration of blade and scabbard is often elaborate. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 6 "Armour Plates" to "Arundel, Earls of" The spirit of commercial speculation will spread abroad, until it render useless the sword of the hero, cause it to rust in its scabbard, and to be regarded as the barbarous plaything of antiquity. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 To return saber: The scabbard suspended from the left side of the saddle— 1. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z With his left hand he pressed the hilt of his long sword, and the scabbard, sticking straight out behind him, seemed to indicate that he did not intend to be incommoded. The Great Mogul He felt that only too readily would the swords fly from their scabbards to do service for Queen Miranda. The Princess Galva A Romance Bothvar now tugged at his sword, it moved, he wrenched the scabbard so that the sword came out. Beowulf An Introduction to the Study of the Poem with a Discussion of the Stories of Offa and Finn A hidden grievance is like a dagger worn without a scabbard, that often hurts him that carries it more than him he means to use it against. Idonia: A Romance of Old London Execute as prescribed on foot, supporting the back of the blade against the left forearm until the point is engaged in the scabbard. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z Oh, for a few lightning sweeps of the good straight blades reposing peacefully in their scabbards by the beds of his English allies! The Great Mogul His golden-hilted sword lies beside him—a forearm's length of it has escaped from the scabbard, shining like a beam of light. Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race He felt for the pistols in his side pockets, and loosened the scabbard of his sabre; then he fully expected a skirmish of some sort. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers "One at a time is better than neither," he said coolly, and I heard his blade grate in the scabbard. Idonia: A Romance of Old London If only rifles are ordered inspected, pistols are not presented for inspection and rifles are slung or returned to the scabbard as soon as inspected. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z The rooms that once echoed with the voices of dames and cavaliers, flashed with the blaze of jewels and the gleam of scabbards, have now in many cases been turned into stables. Glories of Spain Cecily took the dagger from its scabbard with excessive precaution, and laid it on the marble mantelpiece. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 5 of 6 He swung into the saddle, and his sabre flew out of the scabbard. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers I was for reaching it down forthwith, where it hung by the wall in its red velvet scabbard, delighted at the pleasure I was to do my bedesman. Idonia: A Romance of Old London Still, I think I prefer the chasing on the scabbard of yours, but when I am eighteen—so in eight years from now!—I am to have another sword and of course another mantle too. Majesty A Novel Meanwhile the detective, who had removed the scabbard and examined it on all sides, asked Franco where the sabre was. The Patriot Piccolo Mondo Antico He may keep it well sheathed, but after a while the edge eats through the scabbard and cuts him. A Yankee from the West A Novel Slowly General Prince slid the sabre from the scabbard, and bent forward, studying an inscription upon the damascened steel itself. The Tempering He wore a cuirass over his doublet, and carried his sword loose in the scabbard, while his men bore their pieces in their hands openly. Idonia: A Romance of Old London A sword, with a scabbard covered with velvet, the bosses gilt. Rambles in an Old City comprising antiquarian, historical, biographical and political associations But her lips were white with joy, for the case contained only an empty scabbard. The Patriot Piccolo Mondo Antico A gold-hilted sword, in the form of a cross, hung by his side, within a bejewelled scabbard, likewise a dagger. Tales of the Wonder Club Volume I Tenderly he drew the blade from the scabbard, and as he looked at it his eyes first glowed with fires of longing, then grew misty with the sadness of remembrance. The Tempering He on his shoulder bore A burning blade wrought strange with wizard lore, Runed mystically; and a scabbard which Glared venomous, with angry jewels rich. Accolon of Gaul with Other Poems And as he spoke his right hand went round to his sword-hilt, while his left raised the scabbard, so that the blade could easily be drawn. In the Day of Adversity As he did so Paul Sam drew a nine-inch knife from its beaded scabbard and struck as a snake strikes. The Land of Strong Men My lord's eyes sparkled as, settling his hat more firmly, he loosened sword in scabbard and stepped daintily into the open. Our Admirable Betty A Romance After that he laid the scabbard down and handled once more the sheets that had been in the envelope. The Tempering It is only nature makes the blunder of giving the sharpest swords the weakest scabbards. The Fortunes Of Glencore So through Aignay-le-Duc they went, clattering up the one wretched street, their animals' hoofs waking peasants from their early slumbers, and the jangling of their scabbards and steel trappings arousing the whole village. In the Day of Adversity There was a rifle under his arm, and around his middle was a belt from which in a beaded scabbard hung a long, broad-bladed knife. The Land of Strong Men He held in his hand a fiery sword, which he brandished over the city, and then he seemed to return it to the scabbard. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. "Gideon Blake!" shouted Habershaw, with a voice choked by anger, until it resembled the growl of a mastiff, whilst, at the same time, he drew his sword half out of the scabbard. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency The handle is generally made of wood, the scabbard leather, and the edge invariably as keen as a razor. With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 2 The creature prowling about came nearer, and St. Georges sprang to his feet and drew from the wet scabbard which had remained by his side during his swim ashore, his sword. In the Day of Adversity “It’s guid steel wasted,” growled a ginger-whiskered old-timer on my left, as he wiped the dampness from the blade with his sleeve and dropped the bayonet back into its scabbard. The Black Watch A Record in Action On his head was a steel helmet of proof, which shone brilliantly in the sun, and a heavy two-handled sword with a double hilt, and in a plain leathern scabbard, completed his accoutrement. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. His magnificent scimitar, with both handle and scabbard of solid gold and ornamented with arabesques of coral and diamonds, likewise was of Arabian origin. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess He would have liked to tear Cuthbridge "from the scabbard of his limbs." Shadows of Flames A Novel Behind them came the two Arabs, tugging at their scimiters to release them from the scabbards and eager to cut the fugitives to bits. Tahara Among African Tribes A scabbard clattered on the stone floor, was caught deftly, and snapped into its place on his belt. The White Plumes of Navarre A Romance of the Wars of Religion Scarcely had the Count felt the blow, when his sword, quick as lightning, flashed from the scabbard, and the fight began. Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. He had replaced his sword in his scabbard with a gesture that expressed his own sense of fatality. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel He always carried a certain walking-stick with a carved ivory handle, a most innocent-looking thing, but in reality a scabbard holding a sharply pointed blade. Fragments of an Autobiography "Well," said the maiden, "get into the barge yonder, and row yourself to the sword, and take it and the scabbard with you." Tales of Romance Sword he took, and bared his sword-blade, And he drew his sharp-edged weapon, Drew it from the leather scabbard, Hanging at his belt of lambskin. Kalevala, The Land of the Heroes, Volume Two The rattle of the steel scabbard rang through my heart; the bright weapon glanced as he raised it above his head. Jack Hinton The Guardsman Diogenes had laughed long and loudly, now he had to stop in order to wipe his eyes which were streaming; then quite casually he drew Bucephalus from its scabbard and thoughtfully examined its blade. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel It was a magnificent weapon, containing many gems set in the hilt and scabbard. Harper's Round Table, June 4, 1895 As they rode the King looked lovingly on his sword, which Merlin saw, and, smiling, said, "Which do you like best, the sword or the scabbard?" Tales of Romance Ha!" said he, "I am feeble — 'Some undone widow sits upon my arm, �And takes away the use o't; and my sword, �Glued to my scabbard with wronged orphans' tears, �Will not be drawn.' Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. Drawing it from the scabbard, I presented it respectfully. Jack Hinton The Guardsman Now and again the click-click-click of a scabbard tip being dragged against the wall, cut the dead sound of tramping naked feet, and a soldier would stumble up the narrow way into the sunlight. From Sea to Sea Letters of Travel Bontarc watched alertly as the blade came partly from its scabbard. Quest of the Golden Ape The usual scabbard is invariably slung too far forward. Camp and Trail Her grip upon the scabbard was so strong that I could not easily loosen it. Tales of South Africa Satisfied that it would easily free itself from the scabbard, he inspected his revolver and popped that back into its case. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War "I imagine your stock isn't so high with old scabbard and blade right now, is it?" The Merchants of Venus But Hammeth shook his head with unexpected pride and pulled the weapon from its scabbard. Quest of the Golden Ape The advantage is that I can remove rifle and scabbard without unbuckling any straps. Camp and Trail The scabbard had once been handsome in leather and metal, but was now worn and battered. Tales of South Africa There was a roar as the men heard the words, while the swish of cutlasses being drawn from their scabbards could be heard. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War Then, when the outlaws were off their guards, our swords did leap from their scabbards, and we cleft their heads as though they had been made of putty—which, mayhap, they were. With Ring of Shield These alloys took the forms of figures, animals and emblems, having the strangest colorings, like the hilts and scabbards of Japanese swords carved in shakudo and shibuichi. The Goddess of Atvatabar Being the history of the discovery of the interior world and conquest of Atvatabar I always move the sling strap as near the mouth of the scabbard as it will go. Camp and Trail I inspected them all, and can certainly say that I had not to stop to re-arrange a belt or even a general-officer's scabbard. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, July 23, 1887. I cannot carry a knife without having my flesh crawl, even though a scabbard protects me against its touch. Once Upon A Planet I cried, as I grasped my scabbard, and started my wound to pain afresh. With Ring of Shield Conan's hand instinctively sought his belt, only to encounter an empty scabbard. Red Nails Taking his long slim blade from its deerskin scabbard he cut a long, tough stick, trimming the younger shoots away. Cube Root of Conquest At last it came out of its scabbard, almost throwing Clement over backward. The Golden Age in Transylvania Adam was holding fast to his rifle, wrong side up, just as he pulled it from the scabbard. Stepsons of Light He drew the sword from his scabbard, ran his finger along the edge. Day of the Druid Thrown into the midst of the Mussulmans, on the borders of the Ottoman Empire, their sword was never in the scabbard. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 The dark figure on his back came over his head like a sword from a scabbard. Accidental Flight Then Clement took a pitcher of honey, rubbed the rusty sword with the sticky stuff and put it back into its scabbard. The Golden Age in Transylvania The long sword whistled as he jerked it free from its scabbard. The Golden Amazons of Venus The only thing on the whole cursed nag is the scabbard in which a squire keeps his long gun. The Buttoned Sky He drew his sword a few inches from its scabbard, and said, "This blade has lost patience--it is all athirst." Waldfried A Novel Stately and beautiful they passed on their way, their sharp lances resting quietly upon their right stirrups, their swords peacefully clinking in their scabbards, and their hands carelessly holding their highly ornamented bridle reins. Tales from the German. Volume II. The Lichtensteins, The Sorceress, The Anabaptist But the good blade had not been drawn from its scabbard for ten years and was so rusted that, in spite of all his efforts, Clement could not draw it out. The Golden Age in Transylvania She tested its balance, seemed satisfied, and then belted the scabbard about her own waist. The Golden Amazons of Venus No, no——I met yesterday a broken lieutenant, he was ashamed to own that he wanted a dinner, but wanted to borrow eighteen pence of me to buy a new scabbard for his sword. The Constant Couple or, A Trip to the Jubilee While he still retained his sword, why did he leave it in the scabbard? Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty Their long cloaks concealed the wearers completely from his view, but he could distinctly mark the steel scabbards of swords, and hear their heavy clank against the horses' flanks. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago The sword of Gustavus Adolphus too has not yet rusted in its scabbard. The Golden Age in Transylvania When one of the guards moved incautiously back so that the tip of his scabbard touched the green glow filling the door, there was a crackling hiss. The Golden Amazons of Venus When he saw the strange carving of the sword, a craving came into his mind to possess the scabbard. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Nine German kings knelt before that hero's tent, when he drew this sword out of the scabbard, and commanded the trembling ones, according to their own custom, to swear allegiance by the sword. Felicitas A Tale of the German Migrations: A.D. 476 The prince with the uplifted sword finished his stroke and put the sword into its scabbard. Czechoslovak Fairy Tales Soon there came the sound of horses' feet on the road, and the jingling of chains and scabbards stirred the morning air: the carabineers had arrived. A House-Party Don Gesualdo and A Rainy June Hundreds of sword blades flashed clear of their scabbards. The Golden Amazons of Venus The three knights on hearing this looked earnestly at the scabbard, which seemed to them made of serpent's skin, while on it was writing in letters of gold and silver. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality "I need him yet, the sneak!" grated Leo through his teeth, with an angry look at his companion; and he impatiently pushed aside his short, broad sword in the finely-worked scabbard. Felicitas A Tale of the German Migrations: A.D. 476 Its blade was beautifully inlaid and its scabbard shone with precious stones. Czechoslovak Fairy Tales How the deuce am I to manage my scabbard when both hands are occupied?” Tales from "Blackwood," Volume 2 This he flourished, and then sheathed in its scabbard. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" The scabbard I wear was Balin's scabbard, and it was Merlin who put the sword into that stone, saying that no hand should draw it but that of Lancelot, or his son Galahad. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Middleton's men picked up Champe's cloak and the scabbard of his sword, then caught his horse and returned with it to Tappan. Elsie on the Hudson For show I had plucked my brand out of its scabbard. The Men of the Moss-Hags Being a history of adventure taken from the papers of William Gordon of Earlstoun in Galloway I shall really be obliged to you to make less clatter with that scabbard of yours when we charge. Tales from "Blackwood," Volume 2 Then, hearing the scrape of her captor's machete as he drew it from its scabbard, she renewed her struggle more fiercely. The Crimson Gardenia and Other Tales of Adventure By the hand he led a young knight, clad in red armor, but without sword or shield, an empty scabbard hanging by his side. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality You may, however, retain your sword: I well know its hilt and scabbard, and I have witnessed many a deed of glory achieved with its blade. The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. Two swords flashed into the air together, the relieved scabbards jingling back against the horses' sides. The Men of the Moss-Hags Being a history of adventure taken from the papers of William Gordon of Earlstoun in Galloway The latter sprang up, frantic with rage, and tore his sword from the scabbard; and, looking after the knight's people furiously, cried out, "Don't let your servants help!" Specimens of German Romance Vol. I. The Patricians The blade rasped out of its scabbard, whistled through its course, and Maximilien lurched forward to his knees. The Crimson Gardenia and Other Tales of Adventure Yes," said Scroope, who, be it remarked, had already half finished a bottle of hock, "poor Zoe is all sensibility the scabbard too sharp for the sword. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life "Muckerle," replied the general, drawing his sword deliberately out of its scabbard, "pray another Ave Maria and a Gratias, for as soon as the game is over you are a dead man." The Banished A Swabian Historical Tale. In Three Volumes. Soon afterwards was struck in thigh with spent ball, and later in the battle had part of right thumb nail knocked off and bayonet scabbard cut by another ball. Company K, Twentieth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry Roster and Record As there were no scabbards provided for the latter, the bayonets had to be carried fixed to the pieces. Eleven days in the militia during the war of the rebellion A journal of the 'Emergency' campaign of 1862 It lit up the two revolvers hanging in their scabbards and Douglass smiled almost affectionately in the direction of their owner. The Song of the Wolf "Then here I do so," rejoined I, drawing my sword from its scabbard. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II "Insolent cub!" said he, half drawing his sword from the scabbard, and as hastily replacing it when he perceived that I never moved a muscle in my defence, but stood as if inviting his attack. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I She made, by enchantment, another scabbard like the one given her in trust, and gave the scabbard of Excalibur to her love. Historic Tales, Vol. XIII (of 15), Part I The Romance of Reality. King Arthur He was inclined to the belief that the blow of the scabbard on his head.... The Bright Shawl Red hung his belt and scabbard on the peg above his bunk; then he hung his sombrero over them, taking considerable time to their satisfactory disposal. The Song of the Wolf When I reached Paris, I could almost have wedged myself into the scabbard of my sword. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Here is my sword, sir," said I, drawing it from the scabbard; "I place myself under arrest. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I There you lack wisdom," said Merlin, "for the scabbard is worth ten of the sword. Historic Tales, Vol. XIII (of 15), Part I The Romance of Reality. King Arthur It is already read in his fierce and angry countenance as he draws his sword half way from its scabbard, and frowns upon the milder councils of Hansford and Bland. Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion Going to his warbag he took therefrom his spare gun; it had a soft leather scabbard of the kind designed for wearing inside the coat under the left armpit. The Song of the Wolf |
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