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On opening the drawing-room door Rose hastened to his side, turning her back, as she did so, upon a young man of ardent but entirely self-respectful aspect, standing not far distant.

From An Algonquin Maiden A Romance of the Early Days of Upper Canada by Wetherald, A. Ethelwyn

Within half an hour is Cambridge, where a delightful domestic life—simple, self-respectful, cordial, and affectionate—is seen in an admirable aspect.

From The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 by Dickens, Mamie

It was a kindly address, but ceremonious; it was almost humble, and yet it was self-respectful.

From Overland by De Forest, J. W. (John William)

He was esteemed, self-respectful, and happy; and all these things tend to good health and good looks.

From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 35, September, 1860 by Various

She was never taken at a disadvantage; under all circumstances she was the same simple, friendly, self-respectful, admirable person.

From Stories by American Authors, Volume 7 by Various