Example Sentences

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"We will all begin together then," said Philip pacifyingly.

From Hubert's Wife A Story for You by Lee, Minnie Mary

"Let me explain this matter to you," said the Chief Forester pacifyingly.

From The Sign of Flame by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)

"It did not come to an issue," said Willy, pacifyingly; "they did not let him go, but removed him to a distant garrison, and he has been in the Ministry of War for three years."

From The Sign of Flame by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)

We cannot, indeed, be so near them," said he pacifyingly, "although we have flown since last evening.

From Riven Bonds. Vol. II. A Novel, in Two Volumes by Werner, E.

"I'll see, Aunt 'Melia," he answered pacifyingly, as he drew his brother out of doors.

From Hillsboro People by Fisher, Dorothy Canfield