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More than modern independence was prepared for, though I should not have expected recalcitration in a young Lily; but I think there was more ruffling of temper and more reserve than I can quite understand.'

From Beechcroft at Rockstone by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

The issue of his recalcitration must be left between him and Isom.

From The Bondboy by Ogden, George W. (George Washington)

Judge Grumkow's feelings soon after, on this furious recalcitration breaking out!

From History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 09 by Carlyle, Thomas

An irresistible current had long been carrying him on, with many a convulsive recalcitration on his part, to this determination.

From Young's Night Thoughts With Life, Critical Dissertation and Explanatory Notes by Young, Edward

The true retribution of every wicked deed is contained in the recalcitration of its own motive.

From The Destiny of the Soul A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life by Alger, William Rounseville