But there IS a 'drag,' as you call it.

There's going to be a big one, too, I'm afraid--when they get out and see this tract we're going to work off this spring." She stopped and studied him as a chess player studies the board.
"I'm very much tempted to tell you something I shouldn't tell," she said at length, lowering her voice a little.

"Remember, Andy Green was a very good looking man, and his eyes were remarkable for their clear, candid gaze straight into your own eyes.

Even as keen a business woman as Florence Grace Hallman must be forgiven for being deceived by them.

I'm tempted to tell you where this tract is.