| 单词 | beg off |
| 例句 | Francie begged off reading at night because her eyes were tired from reading all day. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z The homeless people who beg off the tourists are gone, too, and it is mostly just Jane and me. Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z I managed to beg off, but Liam didn’t have nearly as much willpower. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z He felt a sudden need to move his bowels, but knew he dare not beg off now. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z I expect him to beg off as quickly as possible. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Neeley begged off, saying he had promised to pitch for the Ten Eycks who were trying to get up a ball game in the lots. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z He’d begged off, but he wanted at least to tell someone about the strike and the extra fat check he had coming. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z She ignores knocks on her door, leaves the mess hall when I appear, and begs off when I approach her head on. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z If errors are made, I can always beg off with a headache. The Lives of a Cell 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z The captain begged off and sat down, saying he was exhausted. The Martian Chronicles 1950-01-01T00:00:00Z She stared at me for a long moment, and I half expected her to beg off. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She reminded him that we were going to church that night, but he begged off, saying he was tired and needed to catch up on sleep. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z He’s behind the cookhouse loading a wheelbarrow with the odds and ends he’s managed to beg off the cookhouse crew. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z On a tight book deadline, I’d begged off from visiting for Thanksgiving. My personal Michigan recount: The official vote review is off, but I only needed answers from one family — my own 2016-12-09T05:00:00Z I beg off to my favorite morning hiding place, close the door, sit down on the toilet lid and sigh it out. Death and the iPad: My kid wishes I were dead so he could get more time on the tablet — and I don’t blame him 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z The second big scene is a party thrown by Lilian’s blowsy mother and sisters, to which Len begs off, claiming an insurance society dinner. Michael Dirda reviews ‘The Paying Guests,’ by Sarah Waters Interestingly, my niece did this for three years, then begged off "because it was too much work." Perspective | Carolyn Hax: Christmas traditions and what you bring to the table 2018-12-19T05:00:00Z The Grants had actually begged off, choosing to travel to New Jersey to visit their children in boarding school. Abraham Lincoln’s assassination: Great joy, then a gunshot 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z Most of those who responded begged off, citing "industry secrets" and "client confidentiality." The secretive, sweet — and sometimes saccharine — history of artificial birthday cake flavor 2021-01-23T05:00:00Z When he tried to date her, she begged off, she said in the oral history, explaining that she was already seeing someone else. Silver Saundors Friedman, Who Helped Found the Improv, Dies at 90 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z When she begged off the Saturday lessons because of exhaustion, the village was relentless. For Trayvon Martin’s friend Rachel Jeantel, a ‘village’ of mentors trying to keep her on track Call your grandmother, so she doesn’t worry, and beg off the celebration. Should I Bankroll My New, Socially Distant Girlfriend? 2020-04-09T04:00:00Z It was great that I had the opportunity to beg off. Mary Badham, the original Scout, on the enduring appeal of "To Kill a Mockingbird" 2019-03-22T04:00:00Z But if it’s able to beg off from following the standards of media conduct while exerting a ever-greater influence over media, the rest of us will suffer. What If the New York Times Experimented on You Like Facebook? 2014-06-30T04:00:00Z He begs off helping her with the decorations for her annual Christmas extravaganza; she cancels Christmas altogether, cutting off his family for weeks. Move Over, Royal Tenenbaums: Meet the Mighty Franks 2017-05-31T04:00:00Z So he begs off and delivers the essential line of the episode: “I’m a lawyer, not a criminal.” 'Better Call Saul' Recap: Jimmy's Step Toward the Netherworld 2015-02-09T05:00:00Z In the first episode of “Inspector Morse,” he begged off a trip to the pub with his alcoholic boss because it was his night with the kids. Critic’s Notebook: First Things First: The Case, Then the Pint 2013-06-13T22:43:18Z When Mr. Prince asked him to join the cast of “Showboat,” he begged off, saying he was not right for the part of Cap’n Andy, but eventually gave in. John McMartin, Versatile Mainstay on Broadway and TV, Dies at 86 2016-07-07T04:00:00Z “A lot of kids are here for Christmas and nowhere to go,” said Ms. Te Kanawa, who, nursing a cold, perched on the stairs and begged off pleas to sing “Silent Night” in Maori. Scene City: The Ultimate Hostess Gift, in a Song 2010-12-29T19:33:21Z Was it when the girls started begging off from our baking sessions, asking me to call them in only when the buttercream required tasting? I didn't teach my kids how to cook. Did I fail them? 2019-03-30T04:00:00Z Mr. Beatty could have kept going, but I, in exhaustion, begged off. Warren Beatty Wants Six Hours of Your Time. Or More. 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z She had problems trusting, and at first stayed in her room, begging off from dinner often. They opened their home to dozens of young people. Then he learned he could give one more thing: A kidney. 2018-10-18T04:00:00Z Hayes begs off the assignment of the biographer. In a (Prose) Tribute to Fathers and Father Figures, a Fast-Paced Poet Slows Down 2018-12-12T05:00:00Z Here, the producers were thrown an unfortunate curveball, after the Eagles begged off on the Honors in early November, asking to postpone a year because of singer Glenn Frey’s health issues. Kennedy Center Honors show on CBS: Duty-bound, but still needing a jolt 2015-12-28T05:00:00Z In October, she begged off an appearance on "Dancing With the Stars" at the last minute, citing illness. Susan Boyle's awkward, cringe-inducing stardom 2010-12-01T16:02:00Z As the others headed downstairs to the hotel restaurant for breakfast, I begged off and stayed in my room. An orgasm almost killed me! 2013-01-19T22:00:00Z The president has also begged off attending an annual gala at Ford’s Theatre that has been a standard for his predecessors. A master of pop culture had little to do with the ‘high’ arts 2016-09-02T04:00:00Z His irritation, though, wasn’t what caused him to beg off when Mr. Grande, who had admired his moves onstage and approached him in the bathroom with a flirty nice-to-meet-you, asked Mr. Leon to dance. Two Self-Described Nerds Walk Into a Club … 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Mid-journey, the cousin begged off, but Pearl had the wherewithal to continue on alone. The Manhattan ‘Madam’ Who Hobnobbed With the City’s Elite 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z Four years ago, using a walker after being temporarily paralyzed by Guillain-Barré syndrome, Murray begged off meeting me until he could recuperate. Tuesdays with Murray: 5 life lessons from a Seattle bartending folk hero 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z Washington’s State Auditor Pat McCarthy begged off — mainly because there isn’t enough data to evaluate. On youth-crime diversion, community patience has limits | Editorial 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z He usually limits himself to a handful and begs off others by saying, as he did in Vietnam last week, "I'm just following my orders here." Is Joe Biden in big trouble? It looks that way — and he's got nobody else to blame 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Eric keeps making excuses to shorten how long he’s in town, begging off to play in poker games or attend to possibly fictional work calls. Filmmaker Dustin Guy Defa likes the mess of family tensions. But he's ready to grow up 2023-08-18T04:00:00Z You were begging off people from your own town. NI facing into a 'homelessness disaster' this Christmas 2022-12-17T05:00:00Z Some lawmakers begged off from joining Trump at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida for his announcement Tuesday because of their own work on Capitol Hill. McCarthy makes case for House speaker, but right flank balks 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z Some lawmakers begged off from joining Trump at his Mar-A-Lago club for the announcement because of their own work on Capitol Hill. Congress faces leaders in flux, big to-do list post-election 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z No sooner had Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer answered his phone last Friday than he begged off a few moments to audibly offer his crew parting weekend instructions before flying to his next global destination. The story behind Oscar winner Hans Zimmer’s creation of Kraken’s intro music 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Eager not to become more involved in the investigation, they begged off, this person said. FBI’s Mar-a-Lago search followed months of resistance, delay by Trump 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z Leaders of Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador also begged off. Biden under pressure to deliver on migration agreement from Summit of the Americas 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z Just make enough plans for it not to feel weird — and actually show up for them, too, through the temptation to beg off and stay home instead. Perspective | Carolyn Hax: Dad struggles with wedding toast to ‘selfish’ and ‘ungrateful’ son 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z "To be put in a position where you're basically begging off people, it's infuriating." NHS waits: More people feeling forced into private healthcare 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z Those who had routinely given interviews to journalists begged off. Is Taiwan Next? 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z Years later, in an interview with the University of Minnesota Foundation, he begged off reflecting on his legacy. Walter F. Mondale, Carter’s vice president who lost White House bid, dies at 93 2021-04-19T04:00:00Z It does make me drowsy, but not so tired that I have to beg off work for a nap. Chill imbibes: taking a dip in the new business of relaxation drinks 2021-01-13T05:00:00Z Lasorda suggested a nightcap, but I begged off and headed out on the short walk back to the hotel. Appreciation: Tommy Lasorda didn't die; his volume just has been turned down 2021-01-10T05:00:00Z With public health officials imploring us to stay close to home, and major hubs like the Pacific Crest Trail and local ski areas begging off visitors, 2020 wasn’t a good year for new adventures. 8 small but great things that happened in Seattle during the pandemic year of 2020 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z Task force members I reached out to either didn’t respond or begged off commenting because the panel is still at work, with its deliberations conducted behind closed doors. Column: Caltech's effort to confront its racist past hits a snag 2020-10-07T04:00:00Z Anyone who begged off jury duty because of a lack of citizenship but was registered to vote could be probed. ‘Not a big deal’: Noncitizens who voted illegally in 2016 still on voter rolls 2020-09-20T04:00:00Z The defense officials said Trump made the comments as he begged off visiting the cemetery outside Paris during a meeting following his presidential daily briefing on the morning of Nov. 10, 2018. Report: Trump disparaged US war dead as ‘losers,’ ‘suckers’ 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z The defense official said Trump made the comments as he begged off visiting the cemetery outside Paris during a meeting following his presidential daily briefing on the morning of Nov. 10, 2018. Report: Trump disparaged US war dead as ‘losers,’ ‘suckers’ 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z Mr. Blum remembers him begging off from reporters after a decision a few years back. The Rising Trump Lawyer Battling to Reshape the Electorate 2020-06-15T04:00:00Z “A few potential donors, including some big names in the tech industry, begged off for reasons of personal safety.” House documents: John Podesta met with former Senate aide connected to Fusion GPS 2020-05-13T04:00:00Z Then Mr. Gardner jumped in, begging off any discussion of whether he could be the elusive fourth vote who could upend hopes of a quick acquittal of Mr. Trump. 3 Republicans Are Open to Impeachment Witnesses, but Democrats Need a 4th 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z One driver, bemoaning his awful draws, wanted Ahlum to pick for him, but he begged off. Calling Danger at the Grandview Speedway 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z Obama said businesses would pay for his universal health coverage plan and then begged off for the next reporter’s question. Why is Elizabeth Warren vague on healthcare? To allow herself wiggle room | Art Cullen 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z The author was supposed to have been the star’s escort, but the host arranged for him to meet another actress after Gardner begged off. Newsletter: The decades-long battles over John Steinbeck's estate 2019-09-13T04:00:00Z Most athletes beg off chores involving tennis politics. Did Venus Williams Ever Get Her Due? 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z But rank-and-file Republicans who usually leap to the president’s defense begged off this time. House approves Trump’s spending hikes, debt holiday 2019-07-25T04:00:00Z Interestingly, my niece did this for three years, then begged off “because it was too much work.” The holidays are here; please give your host a hand 2018-12-23T05:00:00Z For now, Mr. McCarthy is begging off questions about his own political prospects, instead focusing in a statement to The Washington Times on the headwinds Republicans face, and their unified efforts to overcome them. Kevin McCarthy aims to become next House Speaker, if GOP can remain in power 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z On the question of whether animals go to heaven, Bishop Daniel begged off, saying it was “above my pay grade,” but that he sure hoped they do. ‘Like Seeing Noah’s Ark on a Sunday Morning’ 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z He begs off questions about national politics, but makes clear that he wants to see Nancy Pelosi replaced as the leader of House Democrats. Trump Won Pennsylvania. Democrats Want the State (and His Voters) Back. 2018-08-19T04:00:00Z Senator Rand Paul, Republican of Kentucky, begged off: “Lot of things to do.” As President Trump Bashes NATO, Republicans Are Largely Silent 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z Think of all the ways to beg off such an assignment. When RFK Died, John Glenn Faced His Toughest Duty 2018-06-05T04:00:00Z They begged off a late Tuesday start, saying they were exhausted from 5½ hours of closing arguments. The Latest: Cosby at courthouse; jury to start deliberations 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z They begged off a late Tuesday start, saying they were exhausted from 5½ hours of arguments. Jury to deliberate after Cosby painted as predator, victim 2018-04-24T04:00:00Z Fifty years ago this past week, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. sat in the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, debating whether to beg off a scheduled speech at the Mason Temple. Alabama editorial roundup 2018-04-04T04:00:00Z Bulgaria, which is currently holding the bloc’s rotating presidency, begged off, citing the need for neutrality, though its ties to Moscow are clear. How an Outraged Europe Agreed to a Hard Line on Putin 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z Republican lawmakers have been left to grimace and nod in the halls of the Capitol, mostly begging off questions about Mr. Trump’s pre-presidency leisure activities. The President and the Porn Star: A Story’s Slow Rise Above the Din 2018-03-09T05:00:00Z Some war buddies, eager to publicly support Kelly when he took the job, have begged off entirely. How Long Can John Kelly Hang On? 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z Overseas at the time, he begged off comment; upon his return he questioned the allegations, noting the considerable time that passed until they surfaced. In Alabama, Republicans fear a lose-lose in Roy Moore Senate race 2017-12-09T05:00:00Z When the wife asked agricultural extension agents for guidance via a website, they quickly begged off, referring her to the District’s Health Department. A grow-your-own pot boom: From young tokers to elderly cancer patients 2017-11-22T05:00:00Z The Holiday and Foster Farms pass, and the Sun begs off. Bowl projections: Where will the UW Huskies and WSU Cougars go bowling? 2017-11-21T05:00:00Z Despite the family’s entreaties to stay, Dr. Smith begged off. Unauthorized and Sick, Some Immigrants Steer Clear of Medical Care 2017-06-26T04:00:00Z He begs off mentioning human rights publicly, as he did on Sunday, in Riyadh, where he spoke to Arab and Muslim leaders from around the world. Trump Abandons the Human-Rights Agenda 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z If universities beg off, Gould said state lawmakers could revisit the law passed last year to give third-party testers a shot. Ohio rules for medical pot growers bring access questions 2017-04-23T04:00:00Z He also begged off due to a previous family commitment following the Patriots’ last Super Bowl win two years ago. Tom Brady cites 'personal family matters' in skipping Patriots' visit to White House 2017-04-19T04:00:00Z Accepting the DGA Lifetime Achievement Award, “Blade Runner” director Ridley Scott begged off delving into the fray. Political speeches color DGA Awards as the season transforms into a forum for dissent 2017-02-05T05:00:00Z When Trump tweeted that he was going to cancel the contract with Boeing for the new Air Force One, Speaker Paul Ryan begged off giving his reaction. Take @realDonaldTrump seriously: Don’t dismiss Trump’s Twitter madness as “just tweets” 2016-12-26T05:00:00Z And then, with just 24 hours to go before the Sunday night address, two of the major television networks begged off. The Power of the Podium 2016-10-20T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump’s campaign stances, which included a fierce enforcement position on immigration and an antipathy toward free trade deals, left many who spoke at previous conventions begging off. Donald Trump’s convention speakers lineup ‘unconventional’ 2016-07-17T04:00:00Z There’s another reason why companies may want to beg off on both parties’ conventions this year: There’s no guarantee the Democrats’ will be a sedate, orderly affair either. Parting Companies 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z Once he finally broached the subject, I tried to beg off. Coachella: best experienced on the shoulders of a reality star 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z He begged off the par-three contest Wednesday and got serious in practice rounds by playing in matches. For Jason Day and Rory McIlroy, relaxation might be key at Masters 2016-04-06T04:00:00Z For three and a half months he was fed with breast milk I begged off other mothers since I was not yet producing any. How My Struggles as a Teen Mom in Africa Inspired Me 2016-04-06T04:00:00Z He went on national TV this weekend and begged off the opportunity to disavow the endorsement of David Duke and the Ku Klux Klan. Let’s all laugh at the GOP’s “Mitt Romney will save us” plan 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z The pros begged off and the tour caved. PGA West Stadium Course is back in the desert rotation 2016-01-19T05:00:00Z And it was probably wise for the NRA to beg off on CNN’s invitation. Town-Hall Surprise 2016-01-08T05:00:00Z I wish I could have sampled the homemade guacamole, but as Melissa warned me, the burrito was indeed titanic, so I begged off. Norfolk, Virginia, offers travel treasures not far from D.C. 2016-01-07T05:00:00Z Biden, the lone Democrat to speak, was a last-minute stand-in, replacing Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid, who begged off. For Dick Cheney, a partisan parade of praise 2015-12-04T05:00:00Z When a few of them began to beg off because of work, I became desperate and began pleading with them. Bored to Tears by a Do-Nothing Dream Job 2015-11-21T05:00:00Z Mr. Bertone would invite him to his place, but he would beg off. The Lonely Death of George Bell 2015-10-17T04:00:00Z The lieutenant was surprised by the late call, but didn’t detect any distress and begged off, the reports indicate. Ore. firefighter denies assaulting co-worker on Texas trip 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z Speaking at North High School in Des Moines, Mr. Obama was asked to weigh in about the current candidates and started to beg off. Critiquing Republican Field, Obama Dodges Names 2015-09-14T04:00:00Z White liberals, preoccupied with the Vietnam war and terrified by the Watts riot, begged off. Why I've never married and why saying 'I do' matters to black women 2015-09-03T04:00:00Z Approachable, with a gift for long-winded answers, Greller allowed for a number of television and print interviews through Sunday, but by Monday he was politely begging off engagements. Jordan Spieth's caddie Michael Greller shares pre-U.S. Open spotlight 2015-06-16T04:00:00Z Some days he would be eager to meet; then he would beg off, saying he was too tired or not feeling well. A Group Portrait of New York’s ‘Oldest Old’ 2015-06-05T04:00:00Z Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko, usually a reliable attendee at Putin’s parties, visited Moscow on Friday but begged off the Red Square parade to grace festivities in his own country on Saturday. Raining on Putin's parade: Why so many no-shows for WWII celebration? 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z Ducks Coach Bruce Boudreau, though acknowledging he didn't like the hit, begged off further comment on the grounds he'd get himself in trouble if he discussed it. Ducks are keeping their cool against Jets 2015-04-21T04:00:00Z Ready to Defend Hillary: As the Hillary Clinton email controversy exploded, Capitol Hill Democrats were caught flat-footed, and either begged off or feigned ignorance when reporters asked about it. Three-Minute Briefing: Pot, Meet Kettle: 2 GOP Pols Criticizing Hillary Have Similar Email Issues 2015-03-06T05:00:00Z Over the next six months Pishevar kept on Musk to publish his hyperloop research, but Musk kept begging off, saying he was too busy. Hyperloop Is Real: Meet The Startups Selling Supersonic Travel 2015-02-11T05:00:00Z If you ask who donates to them, or how much, they usually beg off, saying they don’t keep close track. A rare outburst of what money really means in politics 2015-02-06T05:00:00Z Overbey stepped up to sponsor the resolution after Senate Republican leader Mark Norris begged off. 5 lawmakers to watch in Insure Tennessee special session 2015-02-01T05:00:00Z You can’t beg off and say you aren’t wired that way — to value people, respect them, listen to them and acknowledge them for their contributions. How To Stop Measuring And Start Managing 2015-01-30T05:00:00Z For months, the 2012 GOP presidential nominee begged off the possibility of what would be a third consecutive White House race. What Mitt's Missing for 2016 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z Don’t beg off again because it’s too hard. Hall of Fame voters got it right by electing Randy Johns, Pedro Martinez and others 2015-01-06T05:00:00Z She begged off light duty in favor of the front lines at one of the city’s busiest engine companies. Female Philadelphia firefighter being laid to rest 2014-12-13T05:00:00Z As reporters tried to ask him about his agenda, he begged off, saying he had “to go find my crew.” For Rep. Dave Brat, a tricky balance But he repeatedly begged off, citing the circumscribed authority of a president even in taking limited steps. SPIN METER: Immigration steps are beyond the norm 2014-11-21T05:00:00Z A few hours before the game, however, he begged off. Giants’ Ace Is the Product of Rural North Carolina and a Proud Father 2014-10-30T04:00:00Z Hold Security begged off naming targeted Web sites, citing nondisclosure agreements, says Jasper Graham, a former U.S. Crime Ring Revelation Reveals Cybersecurity Conflict of Interest 2014-09-15T04:00:00Z This year the NSA begged off sponsoring the event claiming Sequester, despite its $10 billion budget. Trusted Computing Must Repudiate The NSA 2013-11-16T19:25:00Z When it came to accepting medals for his achievements, however, Capelotti says Leigh Smith "always begged off". The forgotten explorer of the frozen north 2013-09-28T23:19:33Z The receptionist, who is very polite, begs off the call and transfers him to another NSA representative who says she can’t help him. Prankster Filmmaker Calls NSA (Four Times) Asking For Help Retrieving Deleted Email 2013-09-06T15:22:00Z South Africa’s president, Jacob Zuma, begged off, sending a deputy instead. Striking a Conciliatory Note, Mugabe Takes Oath of Office 2013-08-22T15:17:39Z Bergoglio, who speaks his native Spanish, Italian and German, was then tipped as a possible head of an important Vatican department but he begged off, saying: "Please, I would die in the Curia." Argentina's pope a modest man focused on the poor 2013-03-14T02:36:52Z Nearly 10 prominent chefs and restaurateurs around the country begged off when a reporter approached them for their opinions about SPE. Hold the Butter; Healthy Food Served Here 2013-01-09T03:20:36Z But Mr. Koch, who is 87 and walks with a cane, said he begged off campaigning personally for the president in Florida. The Algonquin Table at Mayor Koch’s Place 2012-10-13T01:54:40Z But wasn’t Mr. Hollande offended that the American leader begged off meeting him or any other leader alone? At United Nations General Assembly, a Chance to Lobby 2012-09-29T02:03:30Z Syria Envoy Lakhdar Brahimi’s Tough Assignment Christopher Dickey The new United Nations envoy to Syria had the good sense to try to beg off. Lakhdar Brahimi 2012-08-27T05:00:00Z After nine holes, Marika begged off, and Lendl and I rolled on in the softening light. Can Ivan Lendl Lead Andy Murray to Tennis Greatness? 2012-06-20T21:25:05Z In one of his first moves as president, Sarkozy begged off European Union budget targets to Berlin's chagrin. Monsieur Hollande Goes to Washington 2012-05-18T08:45:00Z Henry Hynoski tried to beg off, then gamely wiggled his fists and swayed his hips for a few awkward seconds. The Fifth Down: At Media Day, Salsa Dancing and a Jarod Mayo Ballad 2012-01-31T22:07:02Z I beg off," he cried; "a joke's a joke, but you're rather rubbing it in. Loaded Dice 2012-01-04T03:00:36.343Z Nichette had been chosen as a bridesmaid and had begged off for the afternoon, as had all of the others that could be spared. What Will People Say? A novel 2011-12-17T03:00:18.490Z He would fain beg off from the acquisition, and shake the touch of the tangible from his imperious wings. Modern Essays 2011-12-13T03:00:25.577Z “I’m going to beg off on commenting on the policy part of it,” Kutcher said. In Debate About Fighting in Hockey, Medical Experts Weigh In 2011-12-12T19:28:57Z And all of them kind of politely begged off—it wasn’t on their radar. Marshall Herskovitz: World War II the Key to America's Energy Future 2011-11-21T08:54:37Z Showing that there is no such thing as bad publicity, Mr. Gervais was nonetheless invited back, but initially begged off. Media Decoder Blog: Ricky Gervais Will Return to Golden Globes, Despite Past Controversy 2011-11-16T23:46:01Z I tried again to beg off; but nothing would do, but to go to the school. A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett, of the State of Tennessee. 2011-11-07T02:00:17.560Z "I have never done anything like this before," said Casper, trying to beg off. The Haunted Mine 2011-10-28T02:00:23.833Z Con was trying to beg off about entering the tool house, but Phil had overruled his scruples, meeting every objection that was raised. Fast Nine or, A Challenge from Fairfield 2011-09-22T02:00:24.220Z I was now so sick that I was ordered to the rear, but begged off, and a comrade offered to carry my gun for me, so I kept up. Life in the Confederate Army Being Personal Experiences of a Private Soldier in the Confederate Army 2011-08-19T02:00:11.243Z Earlier this summer there were eyebrows raised when Chandler, citing a long first season in Germany’s top flight, begged off playing for the U.S. in the Concacaf Gold Cup. Goal: Chandler: What's Up With That? 2011-08-06T18:10:31Z But after two years of it, I begged off.... The Sea Bride 2011-07-30T02:00:14.537Z Then: "What are you going to think of a man who calls you up merely to beg off?" he asked. The Real Man 2011-07-29T02:00:28.280Z On hearing that Edward E. Hale was to pass through, they had begged off from school in order to greet him. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 4, September 1893 2011-07-21T02:00:22.737Z He ordered me to the rear, but I succeeded in begging off again, and lay down in line. Life in the Confederate Army Being Personal Experiences of a Private Soldier in the Confederate Army 2011-08-19T02:00:11.243Z So I told him I believed you were dining out with Lynn; we'd all been invited, but Harry found he couldn't make it, at the last moment, so we begged off. Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z By seven o'clock all the party had assembled, including Fly, who had succeeded in begging off from work. The Boy Scouts of the Air in Indian Land 2011-04-11T02:00:11.027Z I have been telling Frank, it is high time for him to assert his authority; but he begs off. Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife 2011-03-10T03:00:49.120Z That's no way to talk when you are trying to beg off. The Green Forest Fairy Book 2011-03-04T03:01:06.297Z He loved his aunt; he wished to please her; but, oh, if he could only beg off from college! Miss Theodora A West End Story 2011-02-26T03:00:48.940Z Consider this lesson: Chinese investors pondered making their own bid for Potash, but wisely begged off when they did not get the wink from the Canadian government. DealBook: Roasting and Toasting the Deal Makers 2011-01-04T02:57:00Z In reality he was too lazy to bother with a game he did not enjoy, though too polite to beg off. Betty Lee, Freshman 2010-12-20T17:12:25.800Z Unless he begs off, I keep him in. On Our Minds: A GolfDigest.com Roundtable Discussion 2010-09-20T04:00:00Z Though her parents encouraged her to resume her social life, she begged off, saying she was too busy with schoolwork. Fragile teen is saved by caring and luck 2010-09-17T19:34:00Z Indeed, as a little boy she had often had to urge him unduly to go with her, and sometimes he would try to beg off with the well-worn plea that he "hated sermons." Miss Theodora A West End Story 2011-02-26T03:00:48.940Z They were only encouraged to push harder, taunt louder, when he begged off a 1990 conference finals game against the Pistons with a migraine. Pippen to Be Inducted Into Hall of Fame 2010-08-13T01:40:00Z "My time horizon is this November," Van Hollen said in an interview last week, begging off questions about his future goals and what would constitute a success on Election Day. For Rep. Chris Van Hollen, midterm elections could decide next move 2010-08-02T04:00:00Z He answered a few more questions by muttering that his pitches were up, then looked like he wanted to beg off for the night. Ryan Rowland-Smith likely done in rotation after historic beating 2010-07-28T04:13:00Z He begged off queries about Dr. Anthony Galea by citing an ongoing FBI investigation, and deflected questions about his personal life by saying, "I'm trying to become a better player and a better person." Woods keeps focus on golf: 'Great out here today.' 2010-07-15T20:51:00Z But Ms. Herman did beg off a lengthy chat, lest she lose her light. | Plein-Air Painting: Plein-Air Painters, Out From Hibernation 2010-06-18T23:28:00Z Hamlin was asked what his ironman effort at Phoenix showed about himself and, at first begged off an answer. Hamlin smiles through pain with each NASCAR win 2010-05-09T23:07:00Z That's when he begged off the rest of the round, citing the illness. Masters champ green with illness 2010-04-28T19:42:00Z But Susan, pleading a desire to settle down after much wandering, begged off. The Book of Susan A Novel Boy dear, had it not been for that, I think I should have begged off. Through the Postern Gate A Romance in Seven Days Well, so do I. At the last moment I begged off, and Mrs. Lassley fairly scolded. The King of Arcadia I only hoped—" "That you could come snivelling to me and beg off, for the sake of your daughters, eh? Thirty He had promised a few days before to accompany her to a concert; she thought he had come simply to beg off. The Blind Man's Eyes From this unalluring suggestion I begged off, justly pleading a hard day of work ahead. The Book of Susan A Novel Saturday morning, Keats, Hen and even I tried to beg off from the funeral occasion; but of course it was useless; and there was a busy time getting ready to start. Mothering on Perilous Some she omitted herself; others had begged off of their own accord. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life He who is a king, and not a marionette, cannot beg off from the duties of his station. The Next Step in Religion An Essay toward the Coming Renaissance The men began to try to beg off, and make advances on the basis of sharing the pork. Si Klegg, Book 2 (of 6) Thru The Stone River Campaign And In Winter Quarters At Murfreesboro "Did you see him and try to beg off for us?" The Corner House Girls in a Play How they rehearsed, how they acted, and what the play brought in He drank a cup of his mother's tea, when they arrived home, then begged off to bed. A Canadian Bankclerk Aunt Abigail though heartily approving the plan, begged off from joining the party. Peggy Raymond's Vacation or Friendly Terrace Transplanted I don't know,—that night Hatton told me, I suppose,—the night the major came to see me, and Hatton begged off. Laramie; or, The Queen of Bedlam. Barberry did all he could to beg off, offering at 218 the last moment to pay a fine equal to the amount of money in his pocket—eighteen dollars. Young Auctioneers The Polishing of a Rolling Stone "At least, I bet she tried to beg off for herself." The Corner House Girls in a Play How they rehearsed, how they acted, and what the play brought in Joyce remembered now, with a good deal of self-reproach, how many times she had begged off from accompanying her father. The Boarded-Up House On this occasion he had begged off going to the picnic, and was spending a luxurious day at the palace, waited on by the Bishop's sister. His Lordship's Leopard A Truthful Narration of Some Impossible Facts One of the speakers was evidently threatening, while the other was begging off from something that had been demanded of him. The Rushton Boys at Treasure Cove Or, The Missing Chest of Gold If he was going to beg off the next day, he'd be less conspicuous tagging along on this one. Combat Miss Ocky begged off on the plea of fatigue, and it was fairly evident that the plea was perfectly honest. The Monk of Hambleton You sent for me, but you needn’t try to beg off. The Harbor of Doubt Mamma has an appointment up town that I can easily beg off from. Mixed Faces Prue had begged off from even wiping the dishes, because she had to dress. In a Little Town Oh, you needn’t put up your hands, and try and beg off. Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales Oh, Miss Steele," she said, "I am sorry to beg off from the kind invitation you gave us. Ruth Fielding at Briarwood Hall or Solving the Campus Mystery I tried to beg off from the drinking. Counsel for the Defense Well, you see, he's afraid I's agwine to hurt him, and begun to beg off. The Ranger or The Fugitives of the Border But I begged off that—and then she came up with a snapper. Inside John Barth Noon came and they sat down to the lunch that had been prepared for them, this time by Frank and Spider, Bobolink having begged off. The Banner Boy Scouts Snowbound A Tour on Skates and Iceboats But there seemed to be no way of begging off from the trial. Ruth Fielding at Briarwood Hall or Solving the Campus Mystery The third attempt upon my life was made by this most excellent and hospitable lady; but I gave way, and had to beg off. The Land of Thor But Chris had begged off, to take a minor part in another ensemble, and Norma had a youth named Roy Gillespie for her partner. The Beloved Woman As a matter of fact, he required only twenty, but he knew that many would come to him to beg off, and as none would come empty-handed, his profit on the transaction was considerable. Shadow and Light An Autobiography with Reminiscences of the Last and Present Century I wasn't much given to begging off when I got into trouble, but I tried that time, all right. From the Car Behind Elizabeth had protested and tried to beg off from the yearly stipend before, but never in that manner. The Wind Before the Dawn Not a particle of use for you to whine, and yelp, and try to beg off. The Land of Thor I know you all can, and if anybody tries to beg off—my, what will happen——! The Trail of the Hawk A Comedy of the Seriousness of Life The Rockpoint lads tried to beg off, but the authorities took the matter in hand, and every one of them was sent to the reformatory. The Young Oarsmen of Lakeview So Alexia begged off at every mention of the subject, as Grandpapa King and Mother Fisher were very glad to have the visit lengthened. Five Little Peppers at School Then Miss Baker had begged off this further journey, alleging that her clothes as well as her strength were worn out; and Caroline had consented to return home by the shortest route. The Bertrams They wanted me to go with ’em, but I begged off without letting ’em know I meant to tell you.” The Telegraph Messenger Boy The Straight Road to Success As it called for full uniform, I begged off. From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life Bess had begged off on the ground that it was too warm to play. Nan Sherwood at Palm Beach Or Strange Adventures Among The Orange Groves In the story of Trimalchio, Encolpius and his friends beg off a slave who is to be whipped for losing the garment of another slave in the bath. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals Her father tried to train her a little but she cried and begged off, 295and the boys have been away so much. The Girls at Mount Morris Marian insisted that the dolls came under the ruling, too, but he begged off. Chicken Little Jane These jovial captains hailed him and besought him in cordial soldier fashion to stay and dine, especially in view of the long trip ahead of him on the morrow, but he begged off. A Tame Surrender, A Story of The Chicago Strike I have come to torment you, Miss Macalister, and to beg off lessons at once. Red Rose and Tiger Lily or, In a Wider World She was only conscious of utter humiliation, and an abject desire to beg off on any terms. Hooking Watermelons 1898 He tried to beg off that morning, for he was very busy, but she would not let him. Christmas Every Day and Other Stories Felicia soon grew weary of the game of fire building and begged off. The Forbidden Trail He tried to beg off on the last few glasses, but I made him down 'em. Shorty McCabe Ronny begged off on account of a chemical experiment she was anxious to make. Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore As my dinner-hour approached I begged off for that day from the cordially offered inspection of the celebrated Hamilton manuscripts. In and Around Berlin One of his men disabled himself by a cut from an axe; another fell ill; the third, after these two mishaps, came and begged off. Paul the Minstrel and Other Stories Reprinted from The Hill of Trouble and The Isles of Sunset Neale was to have helped eat the plump hen turkey that Mrs. MacCall roasted, but the very night before Thanksgiving he came to Ruth and begged off. The Corner House Girls at School I was nice about it, of course—just begged off because we were dead from our belts both ways from our long, hard trip. The Galaxy Primes We couldn't do anything; and they tied the general's hands and my hands, but Fitzpatrick begged off. Pluck on the Long Trail Boy Scouts in the Rockies We were glad enough to get the chance before and I think it looks mighty cheap to try to beg off now just because it isn't convenient to work. Rosemary He, too, was absent, and Mr. Quelson explained in exasperated accents that these two were his prize pupils, but had begged off to umpire a game of Gregorian-chant cricket down in the village. Old Fogy His Musical Opinions and Grotesques "I fear I will have to beg off," said Oscar. Cad Metti, The Female Detective Strategist Dudie Dunne Again in the Field "I think I'll like him; but if I didn't—well, if I didn't, I'd pay his way back to Florida, and beg off." Dixie Hart "Oh, you are going to beg off!" sneered the ruffian, with a look of satisfaction. Frank and Fearless or The Fortunes of Jasper Kent Sarah tried to beg off from making the beds morning after morning and Shirley began to grumble when called from her play to go to the store. Rosemary They began to beg off from going to church. Heart and Soul by Maveric Post While Walters had the authority to order him to accept the assignment, Connel knew that if he begged off because of his work on the recorder, Walters would understand and offer the assignment to Strong. The Revolt on Venus The second time he begged off on plea of a previous engagement, subsequently made, to go shooting with Blake. A Daughter of the Sioux A Tale of the Indian frontier Now and then mamma would be late for breakfast, or even take hers in bed; once in a while go out to a visit from which I begged off. Daisy in the Field But that you should beg off discussion because my way of putting things seems to you indelicate is yet another count in my quarrel with your established ministry. King John of Jingalo The Story of a Monarch in Difficulties "Did 'ee beg off you, my little leddy?" asked the friendly policeman, as he came up. Honey-Sweet I must I suppose go to the Nazir at the Canal—a Turk—and beg off my donkey boy. Letters from Egypt Let it also be a prayer of love and joy, not a craven begging off from punishments, nor a cowardly plea for protection and provision. Religious Education in the Family He had been to some function at the French Embassy, from which I had begged off, and seemed surprised to see me. The Colonel of the Red Huzzars James an' his wife go to the old man's rooms to beg off. Tangled Trails A Western Detective Story You can beg off from a game of tennis, or baseball, or dominoes; but the life game you have got to play, willing or unwilling, sick or well, fit or not fit. "Say Fellows—" Fifty Practical Talks with Boys on Life's Big Issues However, he begged off from their proposed ride the following afternoon. The Ridin' Kid from Powder River He begged off, as he loved his quiet, ... or, because he feared for the success of the expedition.... The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 23 of 55 1629-30 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. Those who do not want to try it beg off by a pretty pantomime, and Sprite is encouraged by her master, who pats her first and seems to be saying something in her ear. Our Boys Entertaining Stories by Popular Authors I have never seen him since he left me in anger on the day I begged off from marrying him. For Woman's Love I am not going to cry any baby act and beg off, or anything, if that's what you mean. The Exiles and Other Stories She was glad she was going to meet Osborn that afternoon, and have tea with him in the West End; he was to beg off early specially for it. Married Life The True Romance He saw the colossal selfishness of his act; but he could not beg off on the plea of abnormality. The Ragged Edge So, while the Princess tracked her brother, I begged off at whiles to haunt the purlieus of the Palazzo Verde—for three days without success. Sir John Constantine Memoirs of His Adventures At Home and Abroad and Particularly in the Island of Corsica: Beginning with the Year 1756 "But you begged off, Captain, and so must I. Where do you sleep?" Israel Potter She had stipulated for silence while she read her lesson over; but he at once began to beg off. Lady Good-for-Nothing "I begged off an hour earlier," she stated. Married Life The True Romance Once in a while Lisa begged off, or paid another woman for doing an extra share of work in her place, if Phil was really too ill for her to leave him. Prince Lazybones and Other Stories By Mrs. W. J. Hays "But I left a deskful of stuff when I ran away to the wreck this morning, and really I'm afraid I shall have to beg off." The Taming of Red Butte Western My sister is away, and I tried to beg off. The Mystery of Mary Yet she had earnestly begged off the rite which to every one of these women would have meant everything. Lady Good-for-Nothing Mercy had tried to beg off at first; then she had agreed to go, if she could take half a trunkful of books with her. Ruth Fielding on Cliff Island Or, The Old Hunter's Treasure Box As we were walking in the Park one day, we heard a poor fellow was to be chastised; when I requested the General to beg off the offender. Montcalm and Wolfe But I'm going to beg off for tonight. The Christmas Dinner "And I being the loser as it stands," replied Orme, "do not see how I can beg off." The Way of a Man Meanwhile, although the coast would soon be clear of her enemies and he desired to have her near, she begged off returning to Sabines. Lady Good-for-Nothing As Mr. Rivers was reading Dante to Aunt Ann, I begged off, and so here I am—thought I would catch you. Westways Any time would have done for Mrs. Wilder, she was but a cypher in the total, but if he had begged off to-night he would have had to hurt Hartley. The Pointing Man A Burmese Mystery The study of it assured her that there was no use in "begging off" this time; so she silently laid down the muff and walked to the window. Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir Jim tried to beg off, but all entreaty was in vain. "Co. Aytch" Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show Gracie began to beg off, but her mother was firm. The King's Daughter and Other Stories for Girls Even at the gilded entrance we try again to beg off—to slip away—but Self-indulgence will not hear. Laugh and Live "Please may I beg off for five minutes?" begged Danny Grin, raising one hand. The High School Boys in Summer Camp I tried to beg off," she said; "I told them that the subject and I had nothing in common; that I was a primary class teacher, and in that line lay my work. Four Girls at Chautauqua I tried to beg off with good promises, but the old fellow was deaf to all entreaty. "Co. Aytch" Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show And to all kind Mary Strathsay's pleas and words I but begged off as favors done to me, and I was liker to grow sullen than smiling with all the stour. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 63, January, 1863 In their distress they begged off from the bargain, and gladly compounded to take the customary rations, instead of the dainty fare they had been promising themselves with their master. Wau-bun The Early Day in the Northwest A copy of mine to my sister, begging off my father's malediction . . . . . . dated July 21. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 8 He must have broken his ribs, for the second fellow tried to get away, and begged off, but Van wouldn't have it, and rushed him. Van Bibber and Others If anybody was to be begged off from impending punishment, Paul was always the delegate. Dombey and Son The greatest adjustment, perhaps, was when Jean begged off from that contract with the Great Western Company. Jean of the Lazy A Maud went on to disclose that Jim usually let her have all she made above thirty dollars a week, and in hard weeks had sometimes let her beg off with fifteen. Susan Lenox: Her Fall and Rise Usually the torment of breaking in a clean suit of flannel came on Sunday, but yesterday, as she was staying in the house, she had begged off. The Song of the Lark And I think he understood me; he understood that I was begging off, and he made up his mind in his own way. The American Thereat in his turn Ralph fell a laughing, and when he might speak he said: "What needeth the lord of all these spears to beg off his service to the poor wandering knight?" The Well at the World's End: a tale She did, however, confirm that she had been asked to testify by Diana and had begged off. Wild Justice "Your father isn't trying to beg off, is he?" The Raid from Beausejour; and How the Carter Boys Lifted the Mortgage She had begged off from opiates, and was as full of the old starlight as if the day, still strong, were gone. The Cavalier That evening Molly begged off from doing her share with the dishes, and went to play on her newly tuned piano. The Old Gray Homestead Lane begged off and walked back to the hotel in company with the lawyer. Together Again she begged off, and they continued up the range of the Mogollons. Crooked Trails If he is an old skinflint, you've got to remember he could have sold us out last year, only I succeeded in begging off. The Raid from Beausejour; and How the Carter Boys Lifted the Mortgage She wanted him to assume some interest in their affairs, and suggested separate bank accounts, but he begged off. The Nest Builder She strikes me as a person who's begging off from full knowledge—who has patched up a peace with some painful truth and is trying a while the experiment of living with closed eyes. Madame De Mauves I begged off from work for an hour. The Journal of Arthur Stirling : the Valley of the Shadow He began to beg off and make excuses," she went on, "and then I brought out his letters to me and talked straight. Windy McPherson's Son When the Lord first impressed me that he wanted me to teach, I begged off, saying that I stammered so that it was very hard for me to read. Trials and Triumphs of Faith We begged off from this and that, but even indolence like mine would not spare itself the sight of the Scala Santa. Roman Holidays, and Others I had to beg off from my Worcester College host. Memoir and Letters of Francis W. Newman "Excepting the south wing, dear, which is of sufficiently modern date to have contented Mrs. Haughton; also the north tower which I begged off, only allowing it to be strengthened below." A Heart-Song of To-day He was strong, but this young giant was a surprise to him, and after the way of the cowardly class, as soon as he found out he would be bested he "quit," and begged off. The Motor Girls on Cedar Lake Or the Hermit of Fern Island I was to go with her, but I begged off. We Can't Have Everything But why, when the boys wanted to be begged off, was the schoolmistress to be their advocate? Two Years Ago, Volume I Coropuna, he probably would have begged off—but I am anticipating. Inca Land Explorations in the Highlands of Peru "Do you still think," he answered coldly, "that I would beg off?" Dragon's blood All the girls and most of the boys were excellent dancers, too, and Bob was not allowed to beg off. Betty Gordon at Boarding School The Treasure of Indian Chasm As many enlisted men dropped out as could beg off. We Can't Have Everything I would have begged off from this duty, if I could," he began, "but I knew from the moment I was asked that I had no decent excuse. John Wesley, Jr. The Story of an Experiment This, however, he had not done, and, after twice begging off a foreclosure, poor old Grandfather Markham found himself at the mercy of a grasping, remorseless man, into whose hands the mortgage had passed. Aikenside Frank would have begged off, but even the girls insisted that it would be a shame to spoil the fun. The Boys of Columbia High on the Gridiron : or, the Struggle for the Silver Cup I begged off most emphatically, and said I must go for business. A Man of Samples Something about the men he met "On the Road" I saw the judge and tried very hard to beg off; but he told me there were ten divorce cases on hand and he wanted to dispose of them that day. Reno — a Book of Short Stories and Information I haven't forgotten, you see, that you tried to beg off going this fall. Dawn This was her first evening of company, for on the only previous occasion her little sister had been unwell, sleepless and miserable in the strange house, and she had begged off. Magnum Bonum If we cannot pay you all we have promised, we will come and beg off. Laicus; Or, the Experiences of a Layman in a Country Parish. Judith tried to beg off on her story of the great adventure, but the girls were insistent. Jane Allen, Junior "Gardner begged off this morning, he's been so good about going lately that I couldn't very well refuse, so I started early and have just dropped him at the club." The Heart of Rachael She tried to beg off, but I pushed the matter hard. Cast Adrift Burton begged off some of the victims, and he declared that he would turn back at once if any person was killed before his eyes. The Life of Sir Richard Burton If you had begged off, ten to one I should have thought I might as well save myself trouble. The Whirlpool We've decided to beg off from practice this afternoon, if you don't mind. Jane Allen, Junior He went most unwillingly; but once there, was true to her, and begged off the engagement eagerly. A Woman-Hater Oh! she begs off from keeping shop—she darts out to him, goes off in his hand—I declare that is the prettiest sight in the whole fair! The Daisy chain, or Aspirations That evening both Mrs. Snow and Rachel Ellis were much disturbed because Albert, pleading a headache, begged off from attendance at the reception to the Reverend Mr. Kendall. The Portygee She would gladly have protected her; but it was not what could be begged off like punishment, nor would truth allow her to say there had been no trouble nor annoyance. Countess Kate "Whilst you have been away, my dear, Grace has begged off, and therefore we have decided that Mr. Oriel and Mr. Robarts shall come without you." The Last Chronicle of Barset Finer quarters were offered them by the Bailly, also public distinctions and brave entertainment; but they were frightened at these projects, they being only humble and ignorant peasants; so they begged off, and had peace. Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc — Volume 2 Bess begged off, and made all sorts of apologies, but Daisy insisted that her cousin, the doctor, should hear what Bess thought of one of the finest old mansions in Breakwater. The Motor Girls on a Tour I begged off from going along because I was dusty and tired. Red Pepper Burns And when at last he begs off, and Spoff lets him loose, the hull o' that 'ere lampooning article he objected to was printed right onto the skin o' his hand! Mr. Jack Hamlin's Mediation "Miss Burton, I beg off," interrupted Van Berg, laughing. A Face Illumined Clara, Mrs. Dane's secretary, had begged off on the plea of nervousness from the earlier and physical portion of the seance, and was to remain outside in the hall until the trance commenced. Sight Unseen She used to force Mr. Barnum to play ball with her until he was exhausted and fain to beg off. The Life of Phineas T. Barnum |
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