Example Sentences

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We will jolly him a bit, and so, get an interview with old Fraser, and then fool the old chap to the top of his bent.

From A Fascinating Traitor An Anglo-Indian Story by Savage, Richard

“And will jolly well continue to,” muttered Trevor, crumpling the paper viciously into a ball.

From The Gold Bat by Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville)

You will jolly soon see whether she has an idea that I haven't put into her head or a word that I haven't put into her mouth.

From Pygmalion by Shaw, Bernard

Give the girl your boutonnière; that will jolly her.

From London Films by Howells, William Dean

Yes; but you see, Hugh, darling, Newport means nothing to me—" "It will jolly well have to if—" "And my home means such a lot.

From The High Heart by King, Basil