It might too soon be struck out for ever, and by me.
"Don't say 'bothered'!" I reproached him.

"That's a cruel word.

The question is--I'm worn out.

I don't think I shall be able to eat supper.
My maid will want to put me to bed, the minute I get home.

Poor old Marianne! She's such a tyrant, when she fancies it's for my good.