Example Sentences

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Hitherto his apprehensions seemed to have molested others more than himself.

From Ormond, Volume I (of 3) or, The Secret Witness by Brown, Charles Brockden

I have molested no one, and have explained to all Dutchmen met that the above is my sole object, and that I shall desire to return at once to the Protectorate.

From The Transvaal from Within A Private Record of Public Affairs by Fitzpatrick, Percy, Sir

The natives do not appear to have molested the new settlers; but no progress whatever was made toward a permanent establishment.

From The Conquest of Canada (Vol. 1 of 2) by Warburton, George

He knew the breed, and would have given a lot not to have molested that redshank's abode and be found there.

From The Way of the Wild by Rountree, Harry

The day was overcast, which saved us from the scorching sun, that otherwise, at this hour, would have molested us.

From Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I. by Stephens, John L.