It conveyed, also, a sense of helplessness.
"What was I to do ?" she demanded.

"Most of these people were asked, or half asked, weeks ago, and I hate putting any one off.

It is quite a weakness of mine, that.

And I am sure, Stephen, there isn't a soul who could possibly object to Mr.Maraton.Personally, I think he is altogether charming, and so distinguished-looking.

He has quite the air of being used to good society." Mr.Foley's eyes lit with joyful appreciation of his sister's naivete.
Perhaps one reason why they got on so well together was because she was continually ministering to his sense of humour.
"It wasn't altogether that," he said, "but never mind.