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from The Century Dictionary.
- In the manner of one who is discomposed, perturbed, or disturbed in mind.
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Examples
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The tranquillity which ensued upon her departure, gave Tyrrel an opportunity to ask the Captain, whom he at length recognised, the meaning of this singular affray, and whether the visit was intended for him; to which the veteran replied very discomposedly, that
Saint Ronan's Well 2008
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'We have had to settle business here,' he said, speaking resonantly, to cover his gazing discomposedly, all but furtively.
The Amazing Marriage — Complete George Meredith 1868
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'We have had to settle business here,' he said, speaking resonantly, to cover his gazing discomposedly, all but furtively.
The Amazing Marriage — Volume 4 George Meredith 1868
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'We have had to settle business here,' he said, speaking resonantly, to cover his gazing discomposedly, all but furtively.
Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith George Meredith 1868
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Preached on the Jailor -- discomposedly -- with some glimpses of the genuine truth as it is in Jesus.
The Biography of Robert Murray M'Cheyne Andrew A. Bonar 1851
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