| 单词 | becomingly |
| 例句 | Its weakness lies in the fact that music, though it serves most becomingly as religion’s handmaiden, is not a religion. Virgil Thomson’s Enduring Critique of Classical Music in America 2014-12-04T05:00:00Z Schematic and borderline dogmatic, Think Like a Man still gives welcome space for its charming cast to behave and misbehave becomingly. Think Like a Man: Men and Women Behaving Bedly 2012-04-19T17:07:29Z Playing Mary, a recently widowed child psychologist, Ms. Watts looks becomingly fragile and perpetually worried. Review: ‘Shut In’ (Naomi Watts Should Really Get Out More) 2016-11-11T05:00:00Z A strained half smile reveals several lost teeth, while the lank brown hair neither lies smoothly nor curls becomingly. The Life of George Eliot by Nancy Henry - review 2012-06-01T21:55:03Z As is becomingly increasingly common, Pavlovic expects the Australian premiere to lead to seasons on the West End, Broadway and elsewhere. King Kong stomps on to stage in Melbourne 2013-05-27T04:32:00Z "She is terribly thin, almost a wraith, and should be gowned more becomingly." Karen Carpenter's tragic story 2010-10-23T23:03:00Z It’s the question that drives the evening and, just as crucially, the paranoia of the king in a court decked out becomingly by costume designer Sarah Cubbage in Victorian bowler hats and petticoats. Review | You won’t find Westeros on Folger’s stage. But you will find a game of thrones. 2018-10-30T04:00:00Z But that "view is becomingly increasingly difficult to defend," he said last week after data showed weekly new claims for unemployment benefits hit their lowest level since February. US companies hoarding workers even as economy cools 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z “I wasn’t behaving very becomingly in those days,” she said. Mary Abbott, abstract expressionist with an unsung influence, dies at 98 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z Versace, who was already conjuring the imagery of classical goddesses with his becomingly draped dresses, created the perfect women to wear them. Original supermodels assemble for catwalk tribute to Gianni Versace 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z It said Mexican drug cartels were becomingly increasingly involved in supplying the drug abroad, working with distribution networks in other countries such as Australia. Australian criminal gangs driving crystal meth boom 2015-03-24T04:00:00Z A Variety review of one performance, cited by Schmidt, complained, “She is terribly thin, almost a wraith, and should be gowned more becomingly.” How Karen Carpenter's Death Changed the Way We Talk About Anorexia 2015-02-04T05:00:00Z James closed the drama becomingly; he published a defence of his conduct in a paper, the style of which has been well described as the "euphemism of assassination." Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 113, December 27, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. 2012-04-23T02:00:31.657Z The third was that she was most becomingly dressed. A Gamble with Life 2012-04-11T02:00:33.587Z Lola sought to improve the occasion by swathing herself somberly and right becomingly in crape, and by vowing a vendetta against the slayer. Superwomen 2012-04-03T02:00:38.047Z And when Constantia herself becomes a matron of this plantation she will not deport herself becomingly if she spend her maidenhood fostering vanity in others. A Pilgrim Maid A Story of Plymouth Colony in 1620 2012-04-02T02:00:24.090Z By nine o'clock next morning Lady Carr, becomingly arrayed, was sitting up in bed munching a hearty breakfast, and reflecting according to her habit upon yesterday's experiences and to-day's arrangements. A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z For she believed that it was each woman's duty to dress as becomingly as was possible, because it increased her attraction; and the greater her attraction, the greater her influence. Horace Chase 2012-03-08T03:00:09.693Z There was, of course, nothing to be gained by sitting there disconsolate, and she had to array herself becomingly for an excursion to a village among the black volcanic hills. Long Odds 2012-03-02T03:00:08.670Z Her hair no longer hung about her face in stringy wisps; the loose ends were curled becomingly around her temples and ears and held in place with invisible hairpins. The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery or, The Christmas Adventure at Carver House 2012-02-27T03:00:12.427Z "La! sir; you don't say so," said Mrs. Archer, smiling and blushing most becomingly. The Monctons A Novel: Volume 2 (of 2) 2012-02-11T03:03:50.943Z No girl in her class—not even Trix Severn—was dressed so becomingly. The Corner House Girls Under Canvas How they reached Pleasant Cove and what happened afterward 2012-02-03T03:00:19.757Z She is dressed in black with a scarf of old black lace knotted becomingly round her throat, and a bunch of violets nestles in the folds. Notable Women Authors of the Day Biographical Sketches 2012-01-19T03:00:21.017Z Miss Elder had undeniably brightened and blossomed most becomingly under these attentions. The Crux 2012-01-12T03:00:12.630Z Her black gown was moulded to the lovely lines of her figure, and her hair was becomingly dressed. Woman and Artist 2012-01-10T03:00:14.960Z Thus seated, their backs were toward the safe, and the light filtered becomingly through thin gold silk curtains on to their faces. Lord John in New York 2012-01-04T03:00:30.077Z At noon, I was becomingly dressed; I had sent Pomponne away, with orders not to return before two o'clock, and I impatiently counted the minutes. Fr?d?rique; vol. 2 2011-12-19T03:00:37.437Z She wore a blue, rustling silk head-dress; a silver-fringed purple cloak hung from her shoulders; her gloves were embroidered with gold thread; and her feet were laced becomingly in close-fitting scarlet sandals. Old Celtic Romances 2011-11-19T03:00:26.863Z Yet the latter held that Radwalader was a gentleman of becomingly regular habits. The Transgression of Andrew Vane a novel 2011-11-17T03:00:37.293Z I recall how becomingly Rodman Gilder—then three or four years old—was always dressed, in "Little Lord Fauntleroy" fashion long before the days of his young lordship. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z To thousands of us still, no figure on the Hollins quadrangle ever stands out so statuesque as his large form, becomingly clad in a Prince Albert suit, and surmounted with a favorite tall beaver hat. Charles Lewis Cocke Founder of Hollins College 2011-10-08T02:00:24.723Z Certainly she was a woman whom any man might fall in love with—a brown-haired, blue-eyed little thing, with a delightfully neat little figure, and always becomingly dressed. Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z The only observations made by Lady de Morney were, that her dear Edwin looked remarkably well, was in charming spirits, and had dressed himself better and more becomingly than usual. Bungay Castle: A Novel. v. 1/2 2011-09-27T02:00:20.260Z They were the impatient ones, but they behaved becomingly, possibly much better than on ordinary days; neither quarrels nor insults were heard, every one understood that it was a great day, a great festival. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z She was forty-nine years old; her dark hair, with a touch of grey, was becomingly arranged over a rather high forehead. Simon Eichelkatz; The Patriarch Two Stories of Jewish Life 2011-09-15T02:00:12.970Z That they would respond gracefully, and take their parts becomingly in this garden-comedy, was all that he required of his court. William Blake A Study of His Life and Art Work 2011-09-13T02:00:35.943Z "You might at least have addressed the Prince more becomingly," remarked Teleki, sharply. 'Midst the Wild Carpathians 2011-09-09T02:00:57.830Z We may establish fairly intimate relations with the creatures of the wood and be admitted to some sort of brotherhood with them if we conduct ourselves becomingly. Fly Fishing in Wonderland 2011-09-01T02:00:22.230Z But he had never before seen her dress becomingly, and he was positively startled at the pure, high type of her beauty. A Life For a Love A Novel 2011-08-18T02:00:24.323Z I hold that every gentlewoman should be arrayed becomingly and 53 with such due regard to the mode that her attire will not excite comment. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z “But they did not appear becomingly on me,” protested Otoyo, not wishing to seem worsted in her bargains. Molly Brown's Junior Days 2011-07-14T02:00:11.180Z If the king will visit me, it follows, as a matter of course, that I must be at home beforehand, to receive him becomingly. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z He obliged George to go to school regularly and conduct himself becomingly. Four American Naval Heroes Paul Jones, Admiral Farragut, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Dewey 2011-07-04T02:00:24.047Z The gravity induced by such thoughts was becomingly dignified, and Lady Cramer thought him handsomer than even her imagination had painted him. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z The plate glass made a darkling mirror for the passers-by: Joan could see that her refurbished travelling suit fitted her becomingly, even though it was a trifle pass�. Joan Thursday 2011-06-25T02:00:19.897Z The main purpose in this unit is to develop in the pupils an ideal of being becomingly dressed at all times and an ability to choose and combine articles of clothing into attractive daily ensembles. The Teaching of Art Related to the Home Suggestions for content and method in related art instruction in the vocational program in home economics 2011-06-24T02:00:19.850Z Without German ale, she thought it would be impossible to entertain the king's people becomingly, even if the king had ten times forbidden it. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z On entering the room, I perceived that there were many other young ladies besides Mamselle Therese, and that she was on this occasion dressed more becomingly and elegantly than I had ever seen her. The Devil's Elixir Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-23T02:00:27.103Z Her hair, which was snow white, was dressed most becomingly. Ruth Fielding In the Red Cross Doing Her Best For Uncle Sam 2011-06-14T02:00:23.757Z He was vaguely conscious sometimes that some people were well dressed and others ill dressed, that some women were gowned becomingly and others unbecomingly, but beyond that generalisation he never ventured. The Squire's Daughter 2011-06-13T02:00:25.710Z This glow of the flames plays becomingly on Ellen's rich, soft coloring, and even brings out the shadows made by the long lashes upon her cheeks. Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman 2011-06-04T02:00:12.520Z His scarlet cloak had now become the king's pall; and he himself sat quietly on his steed, with the king's favourite falcon on his arm, and saw that everything was done becomingly. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z Grace and Ruth both looked angry, and Mr. Stuart broke in, quite curtly: “I am sure we can depend on their behaving becomingly, which is all that is necessary at Newport or any other place.” The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z Her curly hair, which made her look so boyish before, 158 framed her thin, striking features most becomingly. The Corner House Girls' Odd Find Where they made it, and What the Strange Discovery led to 2011-05-31T02:00:34.950Z And oh! such dainty garments, so becomingly worn. The Cinder Pond 2011-05-17T02:00:20.320Z It was delightful to be tastefully and becomingly dressed. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 1 2011-04-26T02:00:29.063Z The girl was well-featured, neat of figure, and becomingly gowned, and as I watched her leave the shop the lightness of her step, something smooth and flowing in her movements, interested me. The Siege of the Seven Suitors 2011-04-25T02:00:08.730Z Over none drapes the bridal veil more becomingly. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z Miss Trelawny was looking remarkably well to-day, her cheeks had a soft bloom, and the rippling dark-brown hair strayed most becomingly from under the little white bonnet; she looked brighter, happier, more animated. Heriot's Choice A Tale 2011-04-20T02:00:22.760Z If medicine, I can, through my Dublin professional connection, have him apprenticed, and will do my best to support him—not in extravagance and debauchery, but suitably and becomingly—as long as I am able. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z Perhaps he noticed her particularly while there, and told you at the time that she was becomingly attired. The Man Who Pleases and the Woman Who Charms 2011-04-05T02:00:10.347Z I don't know how it is, Lady Eleanor, but the young ladies never dressed so becomingly formerly. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z Only becomingly so, Mr. Dempsey,—a proper sense of self-respect, a due feeling for your future position in life,—I never saw more than that, I must say. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z She was most becomingly dressed, and wore a sprig of lily of the valley in her hair, which became her vastly. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z My hair was well and becomingly arranged, and I had my satin slippers, and long, white, lace mitts, in a bag over my arm. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z While it is true that men give but little thought to the details of a woman's dress, unless it is conspicuously bad, very many of them know whether she is becomingly attired or not. The Man Who Pleases and the Woman Who Charms 2011-04-05T02:00:10.347Z He is generally becomingly frank when he first gets to his feet. Pieces of Hate And Other Enthusiams 2011-03-28T02:00:24.120Z Hence philological science may very becomingly occupy itself with the verbal criticism of the language and thought of the Bible. Chapters of Bible Study A Popular Introduction to the Study of the Sacred Scriptures 2011-03-27T02:00:12.580Z That a man should assume old age gracefully and becomingly, the heart ought to decay and grow callous, just as naturally as hair whitens and teeth fail. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z I did urge it on him—far as I could becomingly. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z Perhaps, on the whole, a man of good taste is a better judge than a woman as to whether she is becomingly dressed. The Man Who Pleases and the Woman Who Charms 2011-04-05T02:00:10.347Z In those days she chose to sniffle very pityingly, yet becomingly, in the vain attempt to make me repentant. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-09T03:00:44.777Z Come here, you baggage," turning to Celeste, who was blushing most becomingly; "will you have this graceless scamp, here, for your lord and master? Sharing Her Crime 2011-03-04T03:00:54.907Z They dress so becomingly too,—something between a hussar and Lord Byron; their pelisses of rich furs, their slashed frocks, and Polish caps harmonizing beautifully with their mingled air of intrepidity and gentleness. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z The first thought of one beholding her would be: “What a woman, if but washed and becomingly clad?” No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z "I don't know about treating her 'becomingly,' but I think she needs some one to look after her and keep her in check." A Charming Fellow, Volume III (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:27.467Z A stronger and more athletic race than the Amhára, the dark-eyed females present features far more feminine and agreeable than their coarse highland sisters, with forms more becomingly attired. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z She is becomingly attired in blue alpaca, with green ribbons and puffed sleeves. The Dreamers A Club 2011-02-25T03:01:06.720Z Her dark hair was beautiful, and becomingly dressed. Here and Hereafter 2011-02-07T03:00:23.580Z It is that which imparts ease and confidence to our manners, and impels us, for our own sake, as well as for the sake of others, to behave becomingly as intelligent beings. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z Nevertheless, she blushed most becomingly when Deane stooped to kiss her, and her face certainly seemed to lose for the time its somewhat cold expression. The Golden Web 2011-01-15T03:00:38.007Z The muse loved to be dressed becomingly, and, having a lively fancy and a poetic desire for change, was for altering her attire every day. A History of Pendennis, Volume 1 His fortunes and misfortunes, his friends and his greatest enemy 2011-01-13T03:01:13.027Z Art education should bring to every girl a greater appreciation of beauty and a sufficient knowledge to enable her to beautify her home and to dress herself becomingly. Handicraft for Girls A Tentative Course in Needlework, Basketry, Designing, Paper and Cardboard Construction, Textile Fibers and Fabrics and Home Decoration and Care 2011-01-06T03:00:45.093Z Charles Herbert felt proud of the slight, graceful figure, so becomingly attired, by whom he walked. Englefield Grange or Mary Armstrong's Troubles 2011-01-01T03:00:27.980Z She stood in front of the looking-glass and ruffled her hair becomingly. Capricious Caroline Leaving Captain Stubbs, of his majesty's —— regiment of horse, thus becomingly employed, we shall return to a personage who, we should suppose, will be fully more interesting to the reader. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 A person with good face and figure must have looked becomingly beneath it. Dress as a Fine Art With Suggestions on Children's Dress Unquestionably she was very pretty; her fair hair was most becomingly arranged, her petite features and delicate mouth were charming. The Hillman He was not a drunkard, he lived becomingly with his wife, he had paid his way, and was a fellow-townsman. Rachel Ray "My favorite virtue does not wear court dress very becomingly." Love Works Wonders A Novel And besides being becomingly dressed, there was something still more potently attractive about Million's appearance. Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune Their posture was full of grace, and their dress, whether by accident or design, was becomingly arranged and fell in artistic folds. Glories of Spain In a short time a young lady entered, her dark olive face well set off by her brown hair, becomingly though simply dressed, with a light girlish figure showing to advantage in her flowered gown. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Mr. Thorndyke has lost none of the easy insouciance that sits upon him so naturally and becomingly. Norine's Revenge; Sir Noel's Heir She had bought the silk in the very noon of her love and hopes, a shining piece of that pearl-like tint which only the most brilliant freshness and youth can becomingly wear. A Rose of a Hundred Leaves A Love Story Here Lady Belinda blushed quite becomingly and perceiving the Viscount had contrived to swallow his tea, forthwith filled him more despite his expostulations. Our Admirable Betty A Romance As he skipped across the road, a small, animated mass of quicksilver, full of peculiar life and energy, it was difficult to keep becomingly grave. Glories of Spain She dressed herself as becomingly and quietly as she could, and, after looking up the law of intestacy in Whitaker, concluded that Marmaduke Cairns's old sisters must be the heirs. A Bed of Roses The ladies, too, were most becomingly attired, and the transition from the tittle cobwebbed den of the solicitor to the free air and pleasant companionship, excited his spirits to the utmost. Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) She no longer wore her glasses, except when she wished to read, and her smooth hair was now blowing becomingly about her face under an old felt hat of Jean's carelessly put on. The Ranch Girls at Rainbow Lodge The Ranch Girls Series Of course, her eyes were always lovely, but her face has filled out lately, and she does her hair more becomingly. A Pair of Schoolgirls A Story of School Days She had put on a white apron to serve us becomingly, and from her chimney-corner, where she added fuel to her fire, surveyed the appreciation of her labours with pride and pleasure. Glories of Spain Modern magentas seem never to fade away gracefully and becomingly. The Oriental Rug A Monograph on Eastern Rugs and Carpets, Saddle-Bags, Mats & Pillows, with a Consideration of Kinds and Classes, Types, Borders, Figures, Dyes, Symbols, etc. Together with Some Practical Advice to Collectors. Miss Kennyfeck, too, who followed her, was, though simply, most becomingly dressed; the light and floating material of her robe contrasting well with the more stately folds of the matronly costume of her mother. Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) As the following day was a Sunday, it was particularly gratifying to find ourselves becomingly costumed for genteel society. A Volunteer with Pike The True Narrative of One Dr. John Robinson and of His Love for the Fair Señorita Vallois Young, beautiful, and most becomingly dressed, it is no wonder if my mother did produce a most entrancing effect on his astounded senses. Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience I looked at Mother Hubbard, who had sufficient sense of the appropriate to blush very becomingly. Windyridge Browne thought he had never seen her more becomingly dressed; her face had a bright colour, and her eyes sparkled like twin diamonds. The Red Rat's Daughter Even the perpetually silent "Mrs. Lay-figure" now spoke, appearing in her fashionable new hood, which she had put on very becomingly. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine The senior captain was becomingly deferential, and the youngster's grey beard wagged with what appeared becoming dignity. To Lhassa at Last It is but fair to own that my mother looked most becomingly in her half invalid costume, and that the little straw-wrapped flask of "Sieben-berger" with which she regaled him was excellent. Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience My intuitions are healthy and reliable because I believe in them and treat them as advisers, and am becomingly deferential. Windyridge She wore a leopard skin draped becomingly to show the greater part of her charms. Death of a B.E.M. "You might have spoken to the Prince more becomingly," said Teleki, sharply, to the great lord. The Golden Age in Transylvania And then, after all were killed, adjusting her own robe so that she might fall becomingly, she courageously submitted to the stroke of the executioner. Greek Women "I can easily afford it, and it is a great pleasure to me to see my little wife well and becomingly dressed." Elsie at Viamede Moreover, they had borrowed a nicer taste in dress from the French, and their gowns and bonnets were very becomingly worn. Los Gringos Or, An Inside View of Mexico and California, with Wanderings in Peru, Chili, and Polynesia A débutante should always wear white, made as becomingly and elaborately as possible. The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 1 March 1906 But the minor events must be ordered justly, that the story may march becomingly from major event to major event, and therefore the writer must struggle with their ordering. The Technique of Fiction Writing It was Lady Hester, who, conversing in a half-whisper with Mr. Dalton, said, "She will be perfectly beautiful when dressed becomingly." The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life "Conduct yourself more becomingly, sir," said one of the county magistrates, "and open your case." Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas They had been properly instructed, and performed remarkably well; besides, they were pretty, becomingly attired, and, what is still more commendable, exceedingly well bred. Los Gringos Or, An Inside View of Mexico and California, with Wanderings in Peru, Chili, and Polynesia He pressed Ginnistan to his heart, and asked her for the variegated cloth, which he bound becomingly around his thigh. Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. He held her off at arm's length and surveyed her while she blushed becomingly. The "Genius" He was a young man, certainly not over twenty-three, short, slight, and becomingly dressed. Checkers A Hard-luck Story I never forestall matters myself, nor would you wish me to tell you what would more becomingly come from her own lips. Hand and Ring Have I ever set my cap so becomingly at any of you as I am setting it now at her? The Return of the Prodigal It does not lend itself becomingly to flushes, and this deep flush lingered, an unwelcome visitor, throughout her muttered, almost ungracious words. The Girl in the Mirror And–she was certainly learning to do her hair more becomingly. Betty Wales Freshman We are a poor people but we can be quiet, clean, becomingly and fittingly dressed. The Colored Girl Beautiful Believe me, that part would be more becomingly mine. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 20 (of 25) “In fact, you will find all English officers becomingly modest.” Aces Up The person who sits gracefully, who seems to drape himself becomingly upon a chair and to arise from it with ease is usually a Thoracic. How to Analyze People on Sight Through the Science of Human Analysis: The Five Human Types Lord Grey spoke very becomingly, but was feeble compared with what he used to be. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. III These were young, and many of them beautiful; belles of Quebec mostly, and, although their gowns were not expensive, becomingly 49 attired. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West “I can talk with Bedfordshire peasants; and I can express myself becomingly, I hope, in the company of a gentleman of education like yourself.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 20 (of 25) He had his mother's large black eyes, and very long thick black eyelashes of which he was proud, conscious that they rested becomingly on his cheeks when he looked down at the paper-knife. The Benefactress Once safe outside the cabin, he pulled on the boots, smoothed his hair with his fingers, knotted the handkerchief more becomingly about his throat, and went in pursuit of Jacqueline. Kildares of Storm It will only serve to make her forget to brush her hair and wear a frock becomingly. Name and Fame A Novel Both ladies laughed merrily, and Miss Gladden secretly resolved that Lyle, in the future, should always be dressed becomingly, if her influence could accomplish anything in that direction. The Award of Justice Or, Told in the Rockies A Pen Picture of the West Her color, which had been poor of late, to-night was most becomingly high, and those fascinating eyes of hers were bright with a new animation. The Harbor He smiled and bowed to Sunna and she deserved the compliment; for she was beautiful and had dressed her beauty most becomingly. An Orkney Maid Looking around, she had the grace to blush becomingly, and approached Mauville with an expressive gesture, leaving Adonis and Kate at the table. The Strollers I was much too weary and hungry to protest, even though I had been becomingly modest. A Mountain Boyhood She was cheaply but becomingly dressed and filled her clothes with attractive generosity. The Spoilers of the Valley Firstly, she and her daughters must be becomingly attired, and on this occasion black lace veils are included in their toilettes. The Pearl of the Antilles, or An Artist in Cuba Our Dean would have worn one if he could; but it is impossible to fix a flower becomingly into the button-hole of a clerical coat. The Red Hand of Ulster It seems to be taken for granted that men should have courage in themselves to take leave of life becomingly, without undue fears. The Soul of a People I take his grace's great bounty thankfully—yes, thankfully; and will wear his honours becomingly. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges We must then discard pleasure, not only in order to follow what is right, but even to be able to talk becomingly. The Academic Questions, Treatise De Finibus, and Tusculan Disputations, of M.T. Cicero, With a Sketch of the Greek Philosophers Mentioned by Cicero Her beauty was certainly none the less; her maturer form, more charming, was becomingly exhibited in a closely fitting dark blue gown. Chit-Chat; Nirvana; The Searchlight It was the cap that specially attracted her, for it rested becomingly upon a mass of wavy hair. The Biography of a Prairie Girl It was for such golden opportunities that Molly and Isabel kept their best frocks; it was for just such occasions that they arrayed themselves most neatly and becomingly. The School Queens He is very courteous, so that Cato cannot but admit that he is answered becomingly; but, to use a common phrase, he does not leave him a leg to stand upon. The Life of Cicero Volume II. He had left Eleanor in the morning determined to face becomingly the disappointment that was in store for him, and to accept the bitter necessity of 88 admitting his failure to his friends. Turn About Eleanor Now aunt was the only young lady among the passengers, and she certainly had dressed most becomingly. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure He began, too, binding his red handkerchief more becomingly on his forehead. The Brothers Karamazov Yet we hardly know where, except in the Provincial Letters, we can find mirth so harmoniously and becomingly blended with solemnity as in the Short View. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) My revenues are sufficient to support life becomingly. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton Well, we will pass it over for the nonce; you have still many things to learn, and, chiefly, to becomingly order body and soul in the presence of your lord. The Doomsman She was one of those favoured women who have the good fortune to do most things becomingly. Captain Desmond, V.C. Ralph, I almost wonder whether you would have acted as becomingly.” Lorimer of the Northwest She was naturally a little embarrassed by her unusual surroundings, though she was becomingly—not to say fashionably—attired in garments of her own making; and she gazed timidly about her for her absent lover. Elkan Lubliner, American So his toilet was complete; and, conscious of being soberly and becomingly attired, he was ready to face his fellow-beings with a tranquil eye. Tales of Space and Time Her cheeks were flushed becomingly and her eyes shone, but at the end of that sharp little canter much of the brightness faded and her face clouded. Shoe-Bar Stratton She was, indeed, warmly, decently, and becomingly clad. The Wonder If one had lived like a Trojan one would die like one—quietly, becomingly, in accordance with the best traditions. The Wooden Horse Neither pagan hero nor Christian martyr could have acted more becomingly. The Hero "You see that man across there, Ridgwell," remarked the Writer, "big fierce-looking man making ineffectual efforts to adjust his wig becomingly over a pair of very big red ears, with two very big red hands?" The Tale of Lal A Fantasy As he turned the corner he met the girl, booted, spurred, her face shaded becomingly by a wide-brimmed Stetson. Shoe-Bar Stratton She was becomingly dressed in brown—brown woolly garments, with a brown fur cap, brown stockings, and brown shoes ornamented with very bright silver buckles. Werwolves Annabel, who was looking very well, and who was most becomingly dressed, moved to a seat from which she could command a view of the road outside. Anna the Adventuress Her cheeks were becomingly flushed and her eyes glowed with the excitement of arriving for the first time in New York City. Madge Morton's Victory One of the internes wasn't half bad, so I kept the nurse busy combing my adopted hair and pinning it on becomingly. Letters of a Dakota Divorcee To attire herself becomingly, and to give the Squire the dinners he best liked, in an order of succession so dexterously arranged as never to provoke satiety, were Mrs. Tempest's cardinal duties. Vixen, Volume I. A becomingly tall and erect figure, clad in a long blue coat met her gaze. The Loyalist A Story of the American Revolution A ring at the door bell, a vision of a beautiful face and a graceful figure becomingly dressed, conquered Black. Grey Town An Australian Story What more is to be said of him will be most becomingly said in speaking of David Copperfield. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete “My mistress calls me Babette,” she 89 answered, her lashes drooping becomingly. The Madness of May The brigadier wondered at and admired the minute nicety of administrative detail characterizing a government which clothed even its muleteers so becomingly, yet with such modesty and dignity. Barbarians "She was then, as always," he says, "carefully and becomingly dressed, and of lady-like self-possession." Daughters of the Puritans A Group of Brief Biographies She expected no one but it was always a delight to her to be exquisitely and becomingly dressed. Black Oxen Any other but Cinderella would have drest their hair awry to punish them for their impertinence, but she was so good natured that she dressed them most becomingly. Bo-Peep Story Books The next maiden who tripped up toward me was wonderfully beautiful and most becomingly dressed. Pharaoh's Broker Being the Very Remarkable Experiences in Another World of Isidor Werner Who could interpret her thoughts when, after gazing at the beautiful white girl, clean-skinned and becomingly attired, her glance is turned to her own slightly-clad and uncleanly self? The Land of Fire A Tale of Adventure Once, indeed, placed in a conspicuous and responsible situation, I was anxious to act becomingly in it. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 56, Number 348 She will, without doubt, wear her laurels becomingly, and her success will be easily acquired. The Eugenic Marriage, Vol. 3 A Personal Guide to the New Science of Better Living and Better Babies The Marquis took a gentle little pinch of snuff and shook his head; as elegantly despondent as he could becomingly be, of a country still containing himself, that great means of regeneration. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 11 Brother and sister tried to look becomingly impressed as they surveyed the domain. Rita Omai, who was becomingly dressed, kneeled and embraced the king’s legs, but very little notice was taken of him. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries He sees Lotte coming out of the house, becomingly attired for a country-ball. The Standard Operaglass Detailed Plots of One Hundred and Fifty-one Celebrated Operas Her maid had left the room, the young girl's simple white dress was arranged to perfection, her lovely hair was coiled becomingly around her shapely head. A Young Mutineer Glenelg has, however, much the best of the controversy as soon as they begin to cross their weapons, and his despatch conveying the Queen’s disapprobation of his Proclamation is very dignified and becomingly severe. The Greville Memoirs (Second Part) A Journal of the Reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1852 (Volume 1 of 3) Their overcoats were becomingly open, for the day was warm. Our Casualty, and Other Stories 1918 She cannot wait to retire becomingly to her own room, but breaks the seal on the porch, and is deep in its contents. Floyd Grandon's Honor But Mrs. Batholommey had already singled him out for her prey and bore down upon him with a becomingly woe-begone face. The Return of Peter Grimm Novelised From the Play She delighted in being prettily and becomingly dressed. A Girl of the Commune I felt angry with her, and was almost glad to note that her lids were red and that she didn't cry becomingly. The Long Run 1916 Marguerite was in a light evening dress that made her look much younger and her hair had been becomingly arranged by the maid. The Girls at Mount Morris Her love of contrasts appealed to her, when she stood, all ready for bed in her foolish nightgown—a mere veil of chiffon—becomingly guarded by a Japanese kimono of the softest silk. There was a King in Egypt She wept a few quiet tears for her lost hopes, and then she arrayed herself becomingly, and, with a look of purpose on her face, went down to tea. A True Friend A Novel He had shaved his side-whiskers, so that they only grew becomingly as low as his ears. The Lost Girl On this the Captain-Major ordered him to be unbound, and becomingly dressed. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold A person whose chief desire in life at the moment is to be becomingly dressed comes to one whose chief ambition in life at the moment is to becomingly dress him. The Perfect Gentleman Remember the Thirty-Nine Articles and speak becomingly of holy things. The Bishop's Secret She was twenty-eight years old when she first appeared in the field of our vision—twenty-eight, and becomingly stout. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 13 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Lovers The spectacle of his sister, becomingly arrayed in the lining of the new gown, temporarily eclipsed the claims of Rand's Remedy. Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale She tugged at her hat, seeking, even in her nervousness, to adjust it becomingly. Apron-Strings Her hair is done neatly, and as becomingly as possible, but securely for the day. The Etiquette of To-day The latter appeared about thirty years of age, dark, petite and pretty, richly and becomingly gowned in garments which might have come along with her native tongue from Paris. A Woman who went to Alaska She has dressed herself with great care, and very becomingly, being one of those people who know instantly, by instinct, the exact shade and style that suits them. Molly Bawn The rest of her face remained becomingly grave. Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale You're the White Hope, becomingly tinged with pink, of American Womanhood. Little Miss Grouch A Narrative Based on the Log of Alexander Forsyth Smith's Maiden Transatlantic Voyage If he did not choose the uppermost seats he occupied them becomingly when once bidden to take them. Gathering Jewels The Secret of a Beautiful Life: In Memoriam of Mr. & Mrs. James Knowles. Selected from Their Diaries. Pearl was quick to notice what a fine forehead and what steady, calm eyes she had, and that she would be a good-looking girl if her hair were combed becomingly. The Second Chance "When the national struggle was to begin, he becomingly cast these varieties behind him." Christmas: Its Origin and Associations Together with Its Historical Events and Festive Celebrations During Nineteen Centuries Aunt Caroline was in the chair which, on this occasion, happened to be placed where the rosy glow from a shaded lamp fell becomingly on her soft gray draperies. The Pleasant Street Partnership A Neighborhood Story And the lady, rising with her face becomingly flushed beneath her fuzzy brown hair, smiled, and did not remark the sneer. The Mark Of Cain Sometimes he imagined a slight, very slight cut on his forehead, which had to be becomingly bandaged, but that was always the extent of his injuries. Shelled by an Unseen Foe Such a person, it appears to me, leads us aptly and becomingly to that steadfast patriot on whose writings you promised me your opinion; not incidentally, as before, but turning page after page. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection Some women maintain that they cannot wear green, but nearly all can dress becomingly in this color if the shade and texture is selected carefully. Textiles and Clothing He rang the bell, and the specified attendants appeared: two young girls about sixteen and seventeen; both pretty, and simply, but very becomingly, dressed. Gryll Grange The next time you feel the "blues" or a fit of depression coming on, just get by yourself—if possible after taking a good bath and dressing yourself becomingly—and give yourself a good talking-to. Pushing to the Front This time it was the ribbon that tied Lloyd's hair, a big bow of turquoise taffeta, knotted becomingly at the back of her neck. The Little Colonel: Maid of Honor He who first praises a good book becomingly is next in merit to the author. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection Then he stood off and surveyed her, while the red stole into her cheeks becomingly. A Voice in the Wilderness An old miser had an only daughter; he denied himself everything, but he educated her well, and treated her becomingly. Gryll Grange The knowledge that we are becomingly clothed acts like a mental tonic. Pushing to the Front I hope he will think I am becomingly arrayed.” Pixie O'Shaughnessy Thus exhorted, Fra Battista, becomingly tonsured, delicately combed, with an aspect most meek and hands at a pretty droop, came demurely out of the friars' door into the full light of the chancel. Little Novels of Italy Weaving and washing and cooking, doing the work of a breadwinner as well as of a housewife, hers was soon a body prematurely old, on which no wrapper would sit becomingly. A Window in Thrums Her snowy hair was dressed becomingly; her checks were naturally pink and quite smooth, despite the countless wrinkles that netted her throat. Ruth Fielding at the War Front or, The Hunt for the Lost Soldier Her hair must be becomingly arranged, so as not to be at odds with her dress. Pushing to the Front He unfolded them from their staff, assured himself that they hung becomingly—gilt tassels and yellow silken folds—and stepped down to the lake-side where the bateaux waited. Fort Amity Olimpia had a colour, and flew it now most becomingly in her cheeks. Little Novels of Italy Her rich golden-brown hair was waved becomingly over her forehead. Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo This speech made Lady Alicia blush very becomingly, and the Countess looked at her sharply. The Lunatic at Large I can put on as grievous a look as the best on 'em, and if they wishes to see sorrow becomingly, and ship-shape, let them study my conduct and countenance. The Two Admirals Fortunately, one may show all delicate consideration in this matter, and yet be beautifully and becomingly dressed. Etiquette Around her throat she wore an inch-wide band of black velvet that becomingly hid the chords and sagging chin muscles. Gigolo "The Captain sings divinely, Madame, but is becomingly modest, as you see." The Black Wolf's Breed A Story of France in the Old World and the New, happening in the Reign of Louis XIV She blushed very becomingly as he raised his hat. The Lunatic at Large Much is forgiven to him who dies becomingly, and on earth, as in heaven, there is pardon for the parting soul. Simon Dale The most becomingly dressed woman is not always the most expensively dressed. Etiquette Don't you know that when you are dressed neatly and becomingly everything seems brighter and more hopeful? The Outdoor Girls at Bluff Point Or a Wreck and a Rescue Certain it is that on this particularly bright, glorious sunshiny morning of the fifth of July in the Centennial year, Mrs. Turner was most becomingly attired. Marion's Faith. He leaned forward, his delicately modeled cheekbones emphasized by the firelight, his hair becomingly awry. The Best Short Stories of 1915 And the Yearbook of the American Short Story The very grossness of the hog enables him becomingly to fill the role of the Beast as a foil to Pele, the Beauty. Unwritten Literature of Hawaii The Sacred Songs of the Hula Mrs. Sharpe was very becomingly dressed in white muslin, trimmed with Valenciennes lace and worn over a colored silk. Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis Goethe doffed his bonnet and stood uncovered, head becomingly bowed. Old Fogy His Musical Opinions and Grotesques Why is it that when one woman knows herself to be tastefully and becomingly dressed, she is so eager to assure others who are to accompany her that they need nothing by way of adornment? Marion's Faith. The sprouting beard and whiskers had vanished, and a stiff moustache, which soon began to curl and twist becomingly, adorned his upper lip. Under Fire She herself was not becomingly attired; she wore just the same loose black dress that she had worn in the house, and over the white cap a black hood and cloak were muffled. The Mermaid A Love Tale Secondly, a thing is said to be necessary, if, without it, the end cannot be attained so becomingly: thus a horse is necessary for a journey. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition The latter was very pretty and very becomingly attired in a light airy dress of blue, finished at the throat and wrists with an edge of soft, fine lace. The Rector of St. Mark's She was very becomingly dressed, much excited apparently, and swayed to and fro as she talked. One Woman's Life Then they made calls with their mamma And were so very neat; And learnt to bow becomingly When they met you in the street. Marigold Garden Then Miss Ellis came shyly in at the door, dressed so becomingly that it seemed not at all unlikely she had hoped for the evening's visitor. A Husband by Proxy Consequently, this was not done becomingly with regard to Christ. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition Secondly, 'necessary' may mean that without which a person cannot be considered to uphold becomingly his proper station, and that of those dependent on him. Mediaeval Socialism As with many reformers, too, his zeal was spoilt by indiscretion; the sternness of the Puritan militated against his success, and people preferred the old errors more becomingly supported. Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Exeter A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See Then why did not they know enough to dress sensibly and becomingly as we do? St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, January 1878, No. 3 Only think! a scoured silk: how could Dulcie "bridle" becomingly in a scoured silk? Girlhood and Womanhood The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortunes But what is done by God's wisdom is done becomingly. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition In truth, he is a good man, and I had half a mind to say that I would return to the convent, and do my best to comport myself mildly and becomingly. Both Sides the Border A Tale of Hotspur and Glendower He knelt down over the lifeless form of the old man and straightened the prostrate figure so that it lay becomingly and decently upon the hard floor. Tom Slade with the Boys Over There How could I resist the happiness of seeing myself so becomingly attired! The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 6, December 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Her hat was a milliner's dream; her gloves came to the elbow and were becomingly wrinkled; her form was the form of Bernhardt. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 10 Little Journeys To The Homes Of Great Teachers Therefore this announcement was not becomingly made by the archangel Gabriel. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition And Kate displayed her "jewelry," And dropped her lashes becomingly; And listened, with no attempt to disguise The admiration in her eyes. Poems Teachers Ask For Selected by readers of "Normal Instructor-Primary Plans" So while she claims never to have consciously considered being a decorative note in her own garden, her trained instinct for costuming herself appropriately and becomingly brings about the desirable decorative effect. Woman as Decoration She sent a few gentlemen into the field, who died there becomingly. Modern Eloquence: Vol II, After-Dinner Speeches E-O To which Virginia most becomingly answers: Refell your mind of mournful plaints, dear mother, rest your mind. The Growth of English Drama Since, therefore, this prerogative of grace was bestowed on the Man Christ that through Him all men might be saved, therefore He was becomingly named Jesus, i.e. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition Then, tearing his monkish robe to shreds, each deprived himself of a garment to dress him becomingly. Life in Morocco and Glimpses Beyond Secondly, it may be taken for something without which a thing cannot be becomingly. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province For the pretty waitress, becomingly pale, was gathered in Kemper's arms, her cheek against his shoulder. Police!!! She wore a simple little print dress that was becomingly short in the skirt, a pair of black stockings, and low, beaded moccasins. The Drama of the Forests Romance and Adventure Therefore it seems that the announcement of the Incarnation could not be made becomingly by any angel. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition The hostess settled the bow at her collar more becomingly, and her two pretty daughters feigned to be deeply occupied with some drawn thread work. The Treasure of Heaven A Romance of Riches Wherefore whatever is useful in conducing to this result is becomingly adopted in the divine praises. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province I dressed her hair becomingly and clasped my matrix necklace around her throat. Our Elizabeth A Humour Novel "What are you making such a noise for, Cis?" exclaimed his mother coming in, looking admirably well, fresh, becomingly dressed. A Crooked Path A Novel And since "what is of God is well ordered" and becomingly arranged, it follows that Christ was born at a most fitting time. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition "But the Brownings were a very funny couple," and the fair Lucy arched her graceful throat and settled more becomingly in its place a straying curl of her glossy brown hair. The Treasure of Heaven A Romance of Riches Hence it belongs to liberality that one be not hindered by an immoderate love of money, either from spending it becomingly, or from making suitable gifts. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province The creature who appears before men in black pantalettes, and other imitations of his dress, should be rigorously held clear of decent houses, until she had learned how to dress herself modestly and becomingly. The Cockaynes in Paris Or 'Gone abroad' She was as becomingly dressed as ever, and carried an enormous muff, with a great many of some small animals' tails depending from it. Enter Bridget At the turn by the window, where potted posies stood, he encountered Rosalie Dysart in canoe costume—sleeves rolled up, hair loosened, becomingly tanned, and entirely captivating in her thoughtfully arranged disarray. The Danger Mark When she sat down after finishing her papers her face was always becomingly flushed with pleasure. The Butterfly House But this virtue regards the pleasures of fellowship, which have their origin in the reason, in so far as one man behaves becomingly towards another. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province It is true that she would like to be tastefully and becomingly dressed, but never expensively; and most of the things a woman needs she can make for herself. The Loves of Great Composers "Every one that can dress becomingly claims that title with us; I presume Esmerelda with the rest." Medoline Selwyn's Work If we would write becomingly, our utterance should be worthy of our theme. On the Sublime Now since Happiness surpasses every created nature, no pure creature can becomingly gain Happiness, without the movement of operation, whereby it tends thereto. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Madelon went close to the other girl peremptorily, as if she had been her mother, pulled forward two soft curls from under her hood, and arranged them becomingly against the pale cheeks; and Dorothy submitted. Madelon A Novel He stared gloomily down into the valley; while Venning and Compton made singular grimaces in the effort to keep becomingly grave. In Search of the Okapi A Story of Adventure in Central Africa But Mrs. Flaxman says we owe it to our position in society to dress becomingly; but the question to my mind is, how far it is necessary to go to pay that social debt? Medoline Selwyn's Work The passenger was a young fellow of about twenty-five, rather over than under middle height, of good figure, and becomingly dressed. Two Knapsacks A Novel of Canadian Summer Life Hence Our Lord directed us becomingly with regard to these two kinds of precepts. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition The establishment of the artist permitted him to receive such guests becomingly. Great Pictures, As Seen and Described by Famous Writers The point is that within it you learn to play becomingly. On the Art of Writing Lectures delivered in the University of Cambridge 1913-1914 Of the person surrounded, Hira could see nothing but the hair, which Kousalya and the other attendants were dressing with scented oil and arranging becomingly. The Poison Tree A Tale of Hindu Life in Bengal Lavender and mauve can be becomingly worn by those dear old white-haired ladies who have pretty complexions. Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada She had dressed her hair becomingly and had donned a blue silk waist, one of the countless pretty things that she had bought with Amy. His Second Wife Strangely attractive was the glare of tinsel—it fascinated the little souls of corpulent men, and made small men more becomingly great. The Adventures of My Cousin Smooth Bessie smiled most becomingly as it was tried on, and blushed at herself in the glass. The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax She was delighted, she loved dressing up, and she fixed it most becomingly with dexterous fingers above her left ear. The Man and the Moment He was known far and wide, and played most becomingly the part of host to distinguished persons from abroad. Discourse of the Life and Character of the Hon. Littleton Waller Tazewell Helen heard the carriage stop, and her toilette, as usual, being very becomingly and carefully made—for Helen never forgot her self-homage—she met them at the door. May Brooke "As to your being happy," interrupted the Count, "I do not believe it;" people can only be happy in acting becomingly. Corinne, Volume 1 (of 2) Or Italy Certain it is that that renowned orator could not have borne more becomingly the honors showered upon him. A Lover in Homespun And Other Stories No one can tell what new hopes and ambitions were born as they sat in their new finery, some of them for the first time in their lives becomingly dressed. The Girl and Her Religion Then are the old Spanish houses set off becomingly. A Day's Tour A Journey through France and Belgium by Calais, Tournay, Orchies, Douai, Arras, Béthune, Lille, Comines, Ypres, Hazebrouck, Berg Throughout her illness she insisted upon being becomingly dressed every day, and supported to a couch, where she received her friends for several hours. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 84, October, 1864 "They blend so becomingly, my dear," she murmured; "and I think the under-skirt will sit well, it is so stiff." The Brownies and Other Tales They soap this with a certain root that cleanses well, by which they are enabled to keep it becomingly. Great Epochs in American History, Volume I. Voyages Of Discovery And Early Explorations: 1000 A.D.-1682 His glance came to rest on a slight, becomingly attired young man, who betrayed no emotion, and, in the presence of twenty thousand people, the Pitcher unmistakably saluted Bunker Bean. Bunker Bean A moment later they had exchanged salutes and, holding both his hands in hers, she stood looking at him, golden brown eyes very tender, cheeks becomingly pink. The Firing Line Godfather may be pacified yet, if he is properly and becomingly spoken to. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 56, No. 346, August, 1844 "Well dressed" may be interpreted to mean simply, or serviceably, or conspicuously, or becomingly, or fashionably, or cheaply, or appropriately, according to the standard of the person who uses the term. Vocational Guidance for Girls No thought of unusual sobriety had toned down her usually stylish and somewhat striking costume, and a large red hat of the milliner's finest skill shaded becomingly her piquant face. The First Soprano Her hat was a straw that drooped becomingly. Bunker Bean She had arranged her lustrous copper-brown hair becomingly, and looked fresh and cool and pretty. The Bells of San Juan One privilege she had exercised unsparingly—not to offer herself for this employment as becomingly dressed for it. A Cathedral Singer The look of decided admiration that the new comers cast upon her, quite revived her drooping spirits, and she smiled, curtseyed, and blushed as becomingly and naively as Howel could have wished. Gladys, the Reaper The green velvet hat with its long curling plumes of green and cream-color seemed to be resting lovingly above the beautiful hair that was arranged so naturally and becomingly. The Girl from Montana The stalwart figure, developed in every muscle, and becomingly draped, was well calculated to excite their admiration. Sevenoaks Soon he was turned into a becomingly stout, venerable old man, into a quiet and kind grandfather of numerous offspring. Famous Modern Ghost Stories Allen had benefited by his month's sojourn in the Adirondacks, and subsequent cruises in his motor car had tanned his face becomingly. A Hoosier Chronicle And, considering the silence of respect with which he was greeted, I think Salome scarcely behaved becomingly. Tell England A Study in a Generation Her gray hair was becomingly arranged, and she was extremely pretty, with small features. The Girl from Montana She liked to be well and becomingly dressed, and it was gratifying to have Mamma Vi care that she should be. Elsie's New Relations Molly herself tastefully and becomingly dressed, blooming, bright and cheerful, sat in an invalid chair by the open window. Elsie's children Angela looked like a queen, or would have done were queens ever so charming, or so becomingly attired. Mr. Fortescue An Andean Romance Looking quickly that way, I made out the grey wraith of a continent, and realised that, for the first time, Dark Africa had crept, with becomingly mysterious silence, into my range of vision. Tell England A Study in a Generation And she bade Finn care for her burial, that it should be done becomingly, "for under thy honour and protection I got my death, and it was to thee I came into Ireland." The High Deeds of Finn and other Bardic Romances of Ancient Ireland Shortly after the meal was finished his host was called away, and the girl looked up at George with a flush of color creeping, most becomingly, into her face. Ranching for Sylvia Selma noted that he was stouter and that his hair was becomingly streaked with gray. Unleavened Bread The great black picture hat was settled becomingly on the small head, the black cloak thrown over her gown, and the gloves fitted on hurriedly to hide the fact that they were too large. The Mystery of Mary Josephine's tone was perfectly innocent, and her fingers were busy with the wide, black bow which becomingly tied the end of the braid. The Uphill Climb It dragged from the author a becomingly modest acknowledgment. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, March 21, 1917 She was very becomingly dressed and looked, he thought, even more attractive than usual. Ranching for Sylvia Her complexion looked dark, but not sallow; and her brown hair was certainly more becomingly arranged. The Doctor's Dilemma "It seems to me that Alton has acted most becomingly, and if he survives his difficulties we could, of course, come to some amicable understanding with him respecting the partition of the property." Alton of Somasco This, then, was the reason why Lucy felt so anxious to be becomingly dressed, for she had resolved upon a conquest, and she felt sure of success. Homestead on the Hillside If Themire of her own free will delivers the treasures into my hands, I shall thank her becomingly. The Nameless Castle This strikes me as in just that tone of respectful exaggeration and playful acquiescence which a gentleman in this country may very becomingly take toward the whole question. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 30, September, 1873 How becomingly they look in their loose Dress, with their Garments flowing and trailing after 'em. Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I. The servant was becomingly silent, and solaced herself with cigarettes. Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life If he has wealth and high office he acts becomingly, never treating his inferiors with harshness or contempt. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy Disraeli did neither—he continued to speak on various occasions, and expressed himself so courteously, so modestly, so becomingly, that the members listened in awe and curiosity. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 05 Little Journeys to the Homes of English Authors No person who is not already in such a position as to need no pushing could becomingly make his appearance at court. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 30, September, 1873 A man of pleasure will refine upon the enjoyments of the age, attend them with decency, and partake of them becomingly. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant But I'm glad you are so becomingly modest. The Rocks of Valpre Mary blushed becomingly on hearing her new name for the first time. Mary at the Farm and Book of Recipes Compiled during Her Visit among the "Pennsylvania Germans" He was very well satisfied with his face, and his becomingly clipped beard, and the broad shoulders, which were unmistakable evidence of his excellent health and physical strength. The Duel and Other Stories If she could not conduct herself becomingly and obediently, he would take them both straight home again and thus put a summary end to temptation. Greatheart Even now, though nigh upon forty, when carefully and becomingly dressed, her tall figure, and her well featured, fair complexioned, unwrinkled face, made her still appear a very personable woman. Mistress and Maid Bessie realized that her secret had become common property, and blushed becomingly. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 85, January, 1875 He's entirely flat except his head, which is becomingly round with yellow glass eyes. A Yankee in the Trenches The proposition that large herds of horned game can not becomingly roam at will over farms and vineyards worth one hundred dollars per acre, affords little room for argument. Our Vanishing Wild Life Its Extermination and Preservation "Because you never had pretty things to wear, Susie—because you never dressed becomingly." Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 100, April, 1876 She regretted her sin, admitted her culpability, and he was forced to admit that sorrow and virtue sat becomingly upon her. Evelyn Innes And a fine piece of flesh she was, and wore fine clothes, and for one of her sort, knew how to comport herself becomingly and talk agreeably. The Decameron, Volume II Dr. Hill spoke German excellently, was able and distinguished, and, if not a man of great means, was sufficiently well-to-do to represent his country becomingly at the Court of Berlin. William of Germany He should have waked Cuthbert Vane and helped him to array himself becomingly in the sash and then sent for a moving-picture man to go out in another boat and immortalize the touching scene. Spanish Doubloons The front-hair, now accustomed to be parted, had grown long enough to be becomingly arranged with the jewelled side-combs, which she prized so highly. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 65, March, 1863 It could scarcely be said that she was becomingly raimented. The Mettle of the Pasture Admiral Dewey's flag as a full American Admiral was saluted becomingly by all the warships of foreign nations at Manila, even including the Germans, who had not until then showed the Americans any significant courtesy. The Story of the Philippines and Our New Possessions, Including the Ladrones, Hawaii, Cuba and Porto Rico The Eldorado of the Orient No doubt it is every man's duty to himself and his neighbours to array himself becomingly, according to the fashion of the hour, but we are inclined to doubt the wisdom of this latest move. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, August 16, 1890 Not once is his nose more than becomingly hooked. Nancy It was only when he cast aside the wide sombrero—which, when worn a little back, most becomingly framed his face—that one saw the narrow, insignificant head. The Doomswoman An Historical Romance of Old California Persuaded that her idol was no longer becomingly enshrined, she proceeded to make trouble between husband and wife, and they separated. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 To be sure, the fashions are distressing enough, but Metelill shows that they can be treated gracefully and becomingly, and even Avice makes her serge and hat look fresh and ladylike. More Bywords The Parsee women are, generally speaking, of fair complexions, with small features, and a very sweet expression of countenance; many of them are exceedingly pretty, and they all dress gracefully and becomingly. Notes of an Overland Journey Through France and Egypt to Bombay He was accompanied by a pretty fair-haired woman very becomingly dressed. Mr. Meeson's Will One interpretation of "Seek Beauty" was to always dress as beautifully and becomingly as possible. The Camp Fire Girls at School Or, The Wohelo Weavers They always approach me in a becomingly servile attitude—cap or hat in hand—and await with obvious tension my weighty pronouncements. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, April 2, 1919 The sunshade rested lightly upon her shoulder, and its azure concave made a harmonious background for her small, graceful head with the airily plumed hat set so becomingly upon those waves of dead-gold hair. The Second Generation Do not seek to throw upon others any part of them which you may more becomingly bear yourself. Small Means and Great Ends I am distrustful of my own ability to deal becomingly with a theme on which the noble Lord so well touched; but nevertheless I feel that I must refer to it. MacMillan's Reading Books Book V The horizontal trimming very becomingly plays its part in the generally improving effect. What Dress Makes of Us When I return I shall examine my wounds and see if they are mortal, and, if so, shall endeavor to die becomingly. Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals In Two Volumes, Volume II The young men roared, and, had time and cosmetics made it possible, Mrs. Ingleside would have blushed becomingly. Malbone: an Oldport Romance The Marquis took a gentle little pinch of snuff, and shook his head; as elegantly despondent as he could becomingly be of a country still containing himself, that great means of regeneration. A Tale of Two Cities It was of dark blue crepe-de-chine, simply but becomingly made, the very richness of its folds shedding a new luster over her quiet graciousness and large proportions. Dust In the important matter of becomingly arranging the hair, the following sketches and suggestions may hint to bright, thinking, women what styles to choose or avoid. What Dress Makes of Us Alis and Cliges both mourned him becomingly, but finally they ceased their grief, for sorrow, like everything else, must be outlived. Four Arthurian Romances Upon which there entered Mr Toots, grown extremely stout, and on his arm a lady very handsomely and becomingly dressed, with very bright black eyes. Dombey and Son So she dressed herself becomingly in a cloth suit, and, with her plumed hat on her head, went down to see what the day had to offer her. The Man Between, an International Romance I never saw anything more gracefully and more becomingly done in my life. The Woman in White The wife who bears herself becomingly never hears the tempter's tone or knows aught of any love but that of her rightful lord. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 01 Bettina sat upon the edge of the balustrade and touched the hair with light fingers, ruffling it a little becomingly. The Shuttle Dainty sandals encased her feet, while a wimple of violet silk bordered in gold fringe, lay becomingly over her head and shoulders. The Outlaw of Torn Not as you have seen leading ladies weep, becomingly, with eyebrows pathetically V-shaped, mouth quivering, sequined bosom heaving. Buttered Side Down: Stories Mrs. Whiston had always urged upon our minds the necessity of not only being dressed according to the popular fashion, but also as elegantly and becomingly as possible. Beauty and the Beast, and Tales of Home In consequence, he frowned and rearranged the fall of his shirt-frill a whit the more becomingly. The Certain Hour Lily had slept well, and her bath had filled her with a pleasant glow, which was becomingly reflected in the clear curve of her cheek. House of Mirth See," said Jupiter, to Venus, "how becomingly she behaves. Aesop's Fables Her hair, not yet very gray, was becomingly arranged, and her black gown was modish. Moon and Sixpence You may imagine whether, after this, she carried her head less becomingly. The Europeans And then his hat sat so well, and the innumerable capes of his greatcoat looked so becomingly important! Northanger Abbey She flushed becomingly at this and acknowledged the touch with a rueful, smiling glance. The Bronze Bell He felt shy, and blushed very becomingly while trying to explain to Mrs. Carrol how he and Wilson happened to be so unfortunate as to be late. The Spread Eagle and Other Stories She wanted this because she knew her cheeks were flushed and because her dress was new and becomingly fragile. The Beautiful and Damned As languidly he watched a woman, very becomingly dressed, follow the porter down to the curb. The Black Bag The nuns' repast was soon finished, and one came with a very agreeable, open countenance and fresh, brown complexion, well fed and happy-looking, becomingly dressed in snow-white hood and pelerine and brown gown. The Life and Letters of Maria Edgeworth, Volume 2 While the discussion was proceeding as to the mode in which this bold resolution should be most becomingly brought under Lord Kilgobbin's notice, a messenger on horseback arrived with a letter for McGloin. Lord Kilgobbin "Yes, with a kitchen towel about her head, and otherwise unostentatiously appareled—but very becomingly, I can assure you!" Jurgen A Comedy of Justice How far his own self-assertion may becomingly be carried in reply, is another and a delicate question. Wordsworth I would at least take right good care to secure my crown, and to have my full glory round my head, and set on becomingly. Tales and Novels — Volume 10 By and by however, Pat drew forth from a depository of doubtful cleanliness and respectability, a short, black pipe, that fitted becomingly between his plentiful lips. Honor Edgeworth Ottawa's Present Tense "Some day, Warble," Bill said, "I'll teach you how to dress becomingly." Ptomaine Street They motored and swam and fished and hiked, and got as becomingly sun-burned and tanned as young Indians. The Outdoor Girls at Wild Rose Lodge or, the Hermit of Moonlight Falls And the little joke provoked some amusement in the court; learned counsel settled their robes becomingly and leant forward to listen. Esther Waters The brow was too high, and latterly Margaret paid no attention to arranging her hair becomingly. Together She was becomingly dressed in brown cloth, a lace fichu folded across her well-developed breast, a conical hat above her light brown hair. The Historical Nights' Entertainment Second Series "And I'll teach you how to undress becomingly," said Beer, not wanting to be outclassed in her own game. Ptomaine Street Gibbon glanced grudgingly at them, nestling becomingly enough under Bessie's plump chin. Mrs. Day's Daughters His castle in the north was one of the glories of the land, and becomingly crowned his vast domain. Endymion At the third attempt, he wrote becomingly as well as briefly. The Fallen Leaves Villebecque acted becomingly to the young charge which Stella had bequeathed to him. Coningsby Since, then, you have acted most becomingly, now there's an opportunity to add to your good in managing this matter with fidelity towards him. The Captiva and the Mostellaria The Muse loved to be dressed becomingly, and, having a lively fancy and a poetic desire for change, was for altering her attire every day. The History of Pendennis Her thick black hair was coiled up becomingly on her graceful little head, and, with a bunch of sweet peas at her belt, there could scarcely have been seen a prettier maiden. Light O' the Morning But of those objects, viewed by moonlight, who would have dared becomingly depict the wild beauty? Picturesque Quebec : a sequel to Quebec past and present When we say in that dispatch, we are 'satisfied' that those conditions will be observed, is it not obvious that we use a language of courtesy, which is always most becomingly employed between independent Powers? Selected Speeches on British Foreign Policy 1738-1914 Her dark and beautiful smooth hair was most becomingly dressed in two broad plaited loops, hanging low on the back of the neck; the front hair in bands according to the prevailing fashion. Lady John Russell She almost choked trying to swallow becomingly the mother-in-law anecdote. Hidden Creek Desiring to behave becomingly and also to make a figure in dialogue, he is only like the bad artist whose picture is a failure. Impressions of Theophrastus Such We have all risen and are becomingly solemn as he now proposes the toast of the year—and it is always the same toast: "Here's to moderation—in all things!" Great Possessions Miss Flossie Lane stood there, very becomingly dressed in a tailor-made costume of covert coating. The Profiteers She was very becomingly dressed in deep black, and, led by two policemen, she took her place in the dock. The Old Man in the Corner At the same moment above the fence line down the block a white straw hat appeared; then a youthful face becomingly flushed; then two dainty, gloved hands grasping the top of the fence. The Green Mouse At the first meeting, Dr Kennedy explained, becomingly, his views of the subject, and that he had read every work against Christianity which fell in his way. The Life of Lord Byron In this bloody enterprise of December we failed to find a General's uniform becomingly worn. The History of a Crime The Testimony of an Eye-Witness And this reward I accepted becomingly, with a resolve—the metal of which I hoped she would divine—never to show myself undeserving of its benisons. The Boss of Little Arcady Liane Delorme gave a small, disdainful movement of shoulders, and posed herself becomingly, resting an elbow on the arm of her chair and inclining her cheek upon two fingers of a jewelled hand. Alias the Lone Wolf Pearl sat down beside him, making a rather unsuccessful effort to be becomingly solemn. Purple Springs She was dressed daintily; her glossy brown hair was becomingly arranged about the bright, smiling face. The Everlasting Whisper She wore a well-made indoor dress of soft satin, without ornaments, and her luxuriant dark hair was simply and becomingly coiled at the back of her head. The Hampstead Mystery Two younger girls are becomingly attired in cream lace and soft filmy crepe of the same shade. Marguerite Verne A well-made creature, becomingly and modishly gowned for motoring, spirited yet dignified in carriage, she was like a vision of, as she was palpably a visitation from, the rue de la Paix. Alias the Lone Wolf God will give us all strength to bear the blow becomingly. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 1 In spite of her mission and its tragic cause she experienced a fleeting satisfaction that she was well and becomingly dressed. Sleeping Fires: a Novel "I began to think you were never coming," greeted Elfreda, as Grace burst into the room, her eyes bright and her cheeks becomingly flushed from her recent run across the campus. Grace Harlowe's Second Year at Overton College Never was maiden more becomingly attired, for despite her friends' entreaties, Marguerite's taste was simplicity, indeed. Marguerite Verne Around the area from the Kathisma lie hills of brick and marble—enough to build the Palace as yet hid in my Lord's dreams, and a mosque to becomingly house our Mohammedan religion. The Prince of India — Volume 02 The heads of the party were bare; their countenances becomingly solemn; their Ihram fresh and spotlessly white. The Prince of India — Volume 01 She was even more becomingly dressed than any woman in the room. Sleeping Fires: a Novel My physical necessities were ever becomingly attended to. The Doctor's Daughter "That was very unkind, even though you said it most becomingly," she protested. Beverly of Graustark Ignorant at that time of the distinctions of dress which prevail in Turkey, every one flattered himself that he was habited becomingly. Little Memoirs of the Nineteenth Century Irene looked at the Prince of India, and seeing assent in his face, answered: "I will ask leave to report this courtesy as an affair of state that my royal kinsman may acknowledge it becomingly." The Prince of India — Volume 01 It is that there is a swain who is Evangeline's special devoted; and the quick blush which rises most becomingly on that damsel's cheek speaks for itself. Over the Border: Acadia, the Home of "Evangeline" He never knew how to conduct himself becomingly, or with even good manners, on commonplace occasions. The Revolution in Tanner's Lane Clearly, a man like Count von Hillern would then be counted among her superiors, and she must conduct herself becomingly, even if it led to her looking almost stealthy. The Head of the House of Coombe A few minutes later, in the car that was to take them back to town, Pemberton allowed the head coach to shake him by the hand, and strove to bear his honors becomingly. The New Boy at Hilltop In his early years, long before he got so becomingly bald on the top, he went to present a letter of introduction to Mr. Tesman of Tesman Brothers, a Sourabaya firm—tip-top house. Victory An Island Tale Isabel’s dark hair was puffed out becomingly about cheeks that had added pink applied to them. Amanda — a Daughter of the Mennonites Suddenly an idea came into her head, and drawing her white veil becomingly over her face, she began to sing softly. Tales of the Punjab Of the total number of large and important mammals that come into our zoological parks, the majority of them actually are trained to play becomingly their respective parts. The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals A Book of Personal Observations She was becomingly, although simply gowned, and there was a dash of color in her cheeks. Kent Knowles: Quahaug You would act becomingly in every other case," said Lord Dalgarno, "but here you are wrong. The Fortunes of Nigel The country girl, always making the most of her good features and coloring, was simply, yet becomingly dressed when she met Martin in the Reist sitting-room. Amanda — a Daughter of the Mennonites The final result was four very becomingly attired girls who started merrily off on Saturday afternoon for the party at the rink. Two Little Women on a Holiday I have had my joke and you've borne the infliction becomingly enough. The Gilded Age, Part 5. His complexion was no more than becomingly tanned; his slight moustache, trimmed very close to the upper lip, was of the same ruddy brown shade as his sleekly brushed hair. The Great Impersonation I, for my part, only wish that Strauss the Writer had been more upright, for then he would have written more becomingly and have been less famous. Thoughts out of Season Part I Why, he didn’t remember that her eyes were so bright, that her red hair waved so becomingly, that-- “I’ll bring a kettle,” she said. Amanda — a Daughter of the Mennonites My aim would be to suggest the style rather unobtrusively, and clothe myself becomingly. An Original Belle You will vote and work for the bill, from mere affection for the negro, and I desire to testify my gratitude becomingly. The Gilded Age, Part 5. I'd like to see that one rested, fresh, and becomingly dressed. Without a Home A genuine desire to dress becomingly does not require an elaborate toilet. Emile The young women, becomingly clad in their warm winter furs, made a picture good to look upon. The Iron Trail She accepted quite ingenuously, and presented herself, as neatly and becomingly dressed as ever, in my bachelor apartments, where things soon grew pretty lively. My Life — Volume 1 The boy blushed most becomingly whenever he spoke, and his voice, and the way he said words, were different from anything Margaret had ever heard. Aladdin O'Brien "Your clothes fit you and you are most becomingly tanned, but you don't look half so awkward and so adorable." The Tempting of Tavernake They motored and swam and fished and hiked, and got as becomingly sunburned and tanned as young Indians. The Outdoor Girls at Wild Rose Lodge Or, the hermit of Moonlight falls "Thank you, but we haven't any ills!" cried "Brown Betty," as her friends were beginning to call her, for certainly she was tanned most becomingly. The Outdoor Girls at Rainbow Lake Or, the stirring cruise of the motor boat Gem "I tell you, I would give a half year's pay to see her washed and clothed becomingly!" The Hidden Children He was dressed becomingly to-day, in a brown army shirt open at the throat, and shabby golf trousers that met his thick woollen stockings at the knee. Sisters “Has he?” said Bessie, her face flushing indignantly, and, it may be added, becomingly. Paste Jewels But the great trial in this world is to behave well and becomingly in spite of oppressive thoughts: and it always takes a struggle to do that, and that struggle you've made. The Kellys and the O'Kellys She was rather becomingly dressed in a dark-blue gingham sailor suit. The Motor Girls When Mr. Wyman came in to dinner he thought he had never seen Dawn looking so fresh and beautiful, while his eyes rested in full satisfaction on Miss Vernon's lovely form, so becomingly arrayed. Dawn For this very reason that they were her hosts, their manner to her changed a little, and becomingly; they made no secret that it was a downright pleasure to them to have her there. Love Me Little, Love Me Long "And you have illustrated your faith in the slander—beautifully, becomingly, generously!" After the Storm However this might be, the widow Kelly kept her station firmly and constantly behind her counter, wore her weeds and her warm, black, stuff dress decently and becomingly, and never asked anything of anybody. The Kellys and the O'Kellys Not lack of opportunity alone accounts for the failure of men and women to mate becomingly; only the elect have eyes to see, even where the field of choice is freely opened to them. The Crown of Life Her hair was becomingly untidy on her low brow, her dark blue eyes wandered and got excited, her nervous mouth twitched. Aaron's Rod Her eyes were fixed in an indignant stare on the Bishop; a flush of anger burned becomingly under her veil, and her hands nervously crumpled the beautifully printed program of the ceremony. The Descent of Man and Other Stories Rose looked her prettiest, just becomingly pale, becomingly merry, becomingly tearful. Martie, the Unconquered The counties of Hastings and Prince Edward are celebrated for female beauty, and nowhere can you see people in the same class more becomingly attired. Roughing It in the Bush She sat most becomingly framed by the lofty rise of oak and redwood and maple trees about her. Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby The first two things Mavis noticed about her were that she was neatly and becomingly dressed, also that her eyebrows met above her nose. Sparrows: the story of an unprotected girl Odo had acquired, at twenty-two, a nobility of carriage not incompatible with the boyish candour of his gaze, and becomingly set off by the brilliant dress-uniform of a lieutenant in one of the provincial regiments. The Valley of Decision Barfoot noticed that her hair was much more becomingly arranged than when he first saw her; so it had been on the last occasion, but for some reason its appearance attracted his eyes this evening. The Odd Women A girl of good figure, pretty face, and moderate wit, who has spent some years in a City showroom, does not need much instruction in the art of wearing fashionable attire becomingly. Demos All belonged to the class of needlewomen who preserve appearances; many of them were becomingly dressed, and none betrayed extreme poverty. Thyrza She was dressed simply in black, and a transparent black veil, falling from her wide hat and flung back, framed her face most becomingly in square crisp folds. The Rich Mrs. Burgoyne He laughed,—he had a well-shaped mouth and was fond of smiling, in order that he might show his even pearly teeth, which contrasted becomingly with his dark moustache. The Master-Christian And indeed it did look nice, and set off the pretty round throat most becomingly. Ruth |
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