Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

She had scrupled, it seems, to admit the apothecary's visit over night, because he was a MAN.

From Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 7 by Richardson, Samuel

If Abimelech had scrupled to give it, he would have used the law unlawfully.

From Sermons Preached at Brighton Third Series by Robertson, Frederick William

He had poked his nose everywhere, and had scrupled to ask no question.

From The American Senator by Trollope, Anthony

Our Dchiahour, who at first had scrupled to lodge under the portico of this idolatrous temple, soon thought the idea magnificent, and laughed hugely.

From Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6. Volume 1 [of 2] by Huc, Evariste Regis