Example Sentences

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“Who wants some flowers?” bethinking herself suddenly of the flower charities.

From In Wild Rose Time by Douglas, Amanda M.

The danger quickened his faculties: he clung on with a tighter grip, bethinking himself to look whether his fishing spear, which he had stuck into the bark, was still safe.

From Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo by Strang, Herbert

She smiled right into Victor's face to such a degree that she knew no way of escape but by bethinking herself of his destined chamber, which she directed to be opened and shown to him.

From Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. I. A Biography by Jean Paul

“How much would you be inclined to give?” asked the lessee, bethinking him of a compromise.

From The Child Wife by Reid, Mayne

“Bless me!” exclaimed Mr. Webster suddenly bethinking himself of his duties.

From Jane Lends A Hand by Watkins, Shirley