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Consoled by the knowledge that Corson could well afford the treat, his guests, after that well-understood quality in human nature, relished the hospitality more keenly.

From All-Wool Morrison by Day, Holman

Consoled and complimented, and crowned by a King, who could look sad?

From The Voyage of Captain Popanilla by Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield

Consoled by these reflections, she became more calm, and had her father now given his consent for her to remain in Boston, she would of her own accord have gone to Glenwood.

From The English Orphans by Holmes, Mary Jane

Consoled by the prospect of Effie's satisfaction, Amy departed quite cheerfully, and Mrs. Ashe was spared the pain of seeing her only child in tears on the first evening of their reunion.

From What Katy Did Next by Coolidge, Susan

Consoled by this reflection, he walked to the rear of his house and began pottering about the chicken yard.

From The Calico Cat by Thompson, Charles Miner