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The nightcapped head was withdrawn, the lattice was sharply closed, and we were left to make the best of the situation.

From The Argosy Vol. 51, No. 1, January, 1891 by Wood, Charles W.

Further than that, I was conscious that there were white-robed and nightcapped figures moving about the room.

From Cape Cod Folks by Greene, Sarah P. McLean

For a long time he could not get the door opened; at last the old man's nightcapped head appeared at the window.

From Liza "A nest of nobles" by Ralston, William Ralston Shedden

Next morning at an early hour a carriage drove to Aunt Maria's door, and with a stern farewell from her nightcapped relative Dolly was sent forth to banishment, still guarded by the faithful Cobb.

From Silver Pitchers: and Independence A Centennial Love Story by Alcott, Louisa May

I could just see the nightcapped head behind him.

From A Thin Ghost and Others by James, M. R. (Montague Rhodes)