1890
First performed: February 5, 1889
DRAMATIS PERSONÆ AND ORIGINAL CAST .
THE DUKE OF PORTSMOUTH, MR. CHARLES FISHER.
CLIVE, LORD RAVENSTOKE, a distinguished Unit in the vast army of Unconscious Vagabonds, MR. JOHN DREW.
SIR JOHN SMYTH-CHUMLEY, entrusted with a High Diplomatic Mission in the "States," MR. CHARLES WHEATLEIGH.
MR. SELVIDGE, his Private Secretary, MR. FREDERICK BOND.
QUINCEY CARAMEL, with Nothing to Do and an Insatiable Craving for Work, MR. JAMES LEWIS.
TOM MIDDLEVIEW, who having nothing more valuable to lend, lends his name, MR. EUGENE ORMOND.
GRIFFITHS, butler at Mrs. Merriday's, MR. BOSWORTH.
MRS. MILLICENT MERRIDAY, in the Mellow Age and overflowing with reminiscences of her bread-and-butter days, MRS. G. H. GILBERT.
JENNY, her maid, MISS ISABEL IRVING.
DORIS, a bit of Natural Quartz from the Green Mountain State, with a Washington Polish, MISS ADA REHAN.
The entire action passes in Mrs. Merriday's residence in New York.
Four or five days are supposed to elapse between the first and second acts. The third act follows the second closely; and the fourth act occurs one day later.
ACT I.
SCENE. — The drawing-room of MRS. MERRIDAY, in which the whole action of the piece is laid. Time: Midwinter. A window at the rear, and another at the left side. The general entrance from the exterior is at the left up stage. A staircase ( partly seen ) at the right, lower down. Desk, piano, settee, sofa, tables, and easy-chairs, all arranged in taste about the apartment .
JENNY enters , L. U. E., with some letters on a salver .
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GRIFFITHS enters , R., with a folded paper in hand .
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GRIFFITHS enters , L. U. D.
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Joyfully
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Has taken out of his hat a rose wrapped in tissue-paper, unfolds it and hands it to MRS. MERRIDAY.]
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As JENNY appears , L.]
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Pretentiously
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With fine irony — offering her hand
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DORIS runs down the stairs , R., and goes to SIR JOHN.
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Down , C.]
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[L., Smiling
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JENNY enters, hands card .
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CARAMEL enters at L. D., shown in by JENNY, who crosses and exits , R. D.
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Referring to paper and putting on his glasses again
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Going up slowly
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Gets R., breaks out into a laugh
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JENNY enters , R. D.
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Aside to her, confidentially
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Amazed
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JENNY re-enters , R. D.
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Business-like air
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CLIVE enters , L. U. D. He looks on smilingly at the two, and presently advances .
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Pats CARAMEL'S shoulder gently — good-naturedly
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Stops at door, looks at his coat, casts a distrustful glance on CLIVE, then comes down quickly, picks up his coat, throws it on his arm, and goes up. Aside
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MRS. MERRIDAY enters , R. D.
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Kissing her hand
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Goes , L.]
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DORIS comes down the stairs , R., in fur cap and jacket. She does not see CLIVE at first .
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Turns and advances a step toward him
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With feeling
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Not heeding clock
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DORIS re-enters , L. U. D., pulling in SIR JOHN.
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To MRS. MERRIDAY.]
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Bowing
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Aside, to MRS. MERRIDAY.]
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2 sentences
using
18 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
5 sentences
using
165 chars
.
Aside, in alarm
Contains
27 words
in
6 sentences
using
147 chars
.
Aside
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
13 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
3 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
63 chars
.
With a glance at SIR JOHN.]
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Sits up , R. C., beside CLIVE, with solemnity
Contains
44 words
in
3 sentences
using
217 chars
.
Aside
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
2 sentences
using
202 chars
.
Amused
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
1 sentence
using
87 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
147 chars
.
Aside
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
45 chars
.
Contains
31 words
in
3 sentences
using
158 chars
.
Aside
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
5 sentences
using
187 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
3 sentences
using
189 chars
.
Rises, crosses , R.]
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
99 chars
.
Pretending gratitude
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
Aside
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
31 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
60 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Aside
Contains
19 words
in
4 sentences
using
102 chars
.
In alarm
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Aside
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
15 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
3 sentences
using
163 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
1 sentence
using
107 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
4 sentences
using
150 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
56 words
in
5 sentences
using
286 chars
.
Getting L.]
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
3 sentences
using
25 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
66 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
4 sentences
using
115 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
2 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Contains
50 words
in
8 sentences
using
268 chars
.
Aside
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
DORIS and MRS. MERRIDAY enter , R. D.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
1 sentence
using
143 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
39 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
107 chars
.
Artlessly
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
61 chars
.
Aside, to CLIVE.]
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
3 sentences
using
63 chars
.
CURTAlN.
ACT II.
THE SAME SCENE. — A few days later .
At rise of curtain the scene is unoccupied. Presently CLIVE draws aside the portière, up L., and enters cautiously. He looks about, then goes to entrance and beckons on MIDDLEVIEW.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
MIDDLEVIEW, young artist, enters, carrying a canvas, covered. He is somewhat retiring in manner .
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
1 sentence
using
115 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
1 sentence
using
106 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Crosses , L. Has removed the cover front the picture. Exclaims in comic dismay
Contains
33 words
in
5 sentences
using
167 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
152 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
7 sentences
using
219 chars
.
At door
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
At easel
Contains
33 words
in
5 sentences
using
171 chars
.
SIR JOHN enters from R. D.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Bowing
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Crosses to easel
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
124 chars
.
Also in an undertone
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
7 sentences
using
210 chars
.
Symphathizingly, at easel
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
2 sentences
using
252 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
2 sentences
using
102 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
2 sentences
using
185 chars
.
Aside
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
62 chars
.
Aside
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
37 chars
.
Contains
31 words
in
2 sentences
using
169 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
1 sentence
using
135 chars
.
Aside, sympathizingly
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
68 words
in
3 sentences
using
379 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
45 words
in
3 sentences
using
233 chars
.
Aside
Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
146 chars
.
Rises, pettishly
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
Rises
Contains
40 words
in
2 sentences
using
215 chars
.
Looking at CLIVE with distrust, and in a reserved tone
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
129 chars
.
DORIS enters , R., down stairs .
Contains
11 words
in
3 sentences
using
65 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Crosses to picture
Contains
56 words
in
9 sentences
using
275 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
12 chars
.
Aside, to her
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
150 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
3 sentences
using
90 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
102 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
17 words
in
4 sentences
using
87 chars
.
Getting , C., up stage
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
53 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
5 sentences
using
146 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
4 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
63 chars
.
Advancing
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
4 sentences
using
109 chars
.
Smilingly
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
59 chars
.
Pettishly
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Contains
31 words
in
3 sentences
using
159 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
49 words
in
5 sentences
using
265 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
In an undertone, with importance
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
.
Smilingly
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
53 words
in
3 sentences
using
301 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
5 sentences
using
147 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Looking at picture
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
94 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
4 sentences
using
111 chars
.
Aside, looking at picture
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Kneels on sofa
Contains
36 words
in
2 sentences
using
178 chars
.
Leaning over back of sofa
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
64 words
in
5 sentences
using
308 chars
.
Smilingly
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
5 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
83 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
56 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
4 sentences
using
137 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
59 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
38 words
in
4 sentences
using
177 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
56 words
in
6 sentences
using
278 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
47 words
in
6 sentences
using
259 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
3 sentences
using
66 chars
.
Continuing, innocently
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
Imitating her
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
4 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Amused
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
4 sentences
using
116 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
67 chars
.
Evasively
Contains
37 words
in
4 sentences
using
203 chars
.
Taps his cheat
Contains
7 words
in
4 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Gayly
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
CARAMEL enters , L. U. D.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Aside
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Vexedly. Aside
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
19 chars
.
Coming down between them
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
72 chars
.
Suppressing annoyance
Contains
17 words
in
3 sentences
using
83 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
31 chars
.
Aside
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Aside
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Brings a chair from back and placing it beside DORIS, at her R.]
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
88 chars
.
Undertone of annoyance
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
4 sentences
using
23 chars
.
Aside
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Raps with his stick on easel — politely but peremptorily
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
5 sentences
using
56 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
4 sentences
using
88 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
45 chars
.
Looking at picture
Contains
25 words
in
4 sentences
using
126 chars
.
Aside
Contains
20 words
in
2 sentences
using
95 chars
.
Turning sharply on him
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Milder
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
To DORIS]
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Aside to DORIS, as he urges his chair bad
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
65 chars
.
Flattered
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
3 sentences
using
50 chars
.
Shaking her hand, without heeding her intention
Contains
52 words
in
5 sentences
using
240 chars
.
In despair
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
103 chars
.
Rises. Aside
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Aside
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
33 chars
.
Aside, looking at DORIS.]
Contains
36 words
in
5 sentences
using
186 chars
.
Sees handkerchief. Aside
Contains
22 words
in
5 sentences
using
119 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
65 words
in
8 sentences
using
327 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
90 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
27 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
46 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
14 chars
.
Flattered, to CLIVE.]
Contains
59 words
in
7 sentences
using
290 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
48 words
in
8 sentences
using
231 chars
.
Gayly
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
93 chars
.
Contains
90 words
in
9 sentences
using
454 chars
.
Eagerly
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
69 chars
.
Offers her hand
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
3 sentences
using
22 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
MRS. MERRIDAY enters , R. D.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Embarrassed
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
72 chars
.
Suspiciously
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
Still embarrassed
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
15 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
62 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
68 words
in
5 sentences
using
326 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Changing tone, suddenly falls on her neck
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
41 chars
.
Looks after her; falling into a seat
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
102 chars
.
SIR JOHN enters , L. U. D.
With an open letter
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
59 chars
.
On sofa
Contains
31 words
in
6 sentences
using
157 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
95 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
53 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
1 sentence
using
154 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
69 chars
.
Contains
34 words
in
3 sentences
using
177 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
43 words
in
4 sentences
using
228 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
128 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
3 sentences
using
169 chars
.
Contains
49 words
in
8 sentences
using
274 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
CLIVE enters, quickly , L. U. D.
Bowing
Contains
19 words
in
4 sentences
using
96 chars
.
At desk, stiffly
Contains
15 words
in
5 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Between them, takes CLIVE aside, quickly
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
Aside, to her
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Same
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Tears another blank and throws it in the wastebasket
Contains
50 words
in
8 sentences
using
272 chars
.
Aside, to MRS. MERRIDAY, in delight
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
76 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
2 sentences
using
124 chars
.
Glancing at SIR JOHN.]
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
20 chars
.
Kissing her hand
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Reading what he has written
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
20 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
3 sentences
using
163 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
4 sentences
using
116 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Reading, complacently
Contains
23 words
in
2 sentences
using
127 chars
.
Aside, holding up his hands
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Slyly, to MRS. MERRIDAY.]
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
To CLIVE, smilingly
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
72 chars
.
Pretending innocence
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Alarmed
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Same
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
74 chars
.
Highly amused
Contains
14 words
in
8 sentences
using
77 chars
.
Aside
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Teasingly, to CLIVE.]
Contains
13 words
in
4 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Aside, to SIR JOHN.]
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Flattered, and kissing her hand
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
53 chars
.
Folds telegram, and pockets it
Contains
19 words
in
1 sentence
using
99 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
4 sentences
using
150 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
3 sentences
using
149 chars
.
Contains
59 words
in
10 sentences
using
332 chars
.
Innocently
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
With self-pride
Contains
28 words
in
2 sentences
using
169 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
49 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
4 sentences
using
86 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
2 sentences
using
164 chars
.
Aside
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
38 words
in
3 sentences
using
220 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Animated
Contains
34 words
in
5 sentences
using
166 chars
.
Solemnly
Contains
20 words
in
1 sentence
using
107 chars
.
Resolutely
Contains
53 words
in
4 sentences
using
270 chars
.
Turning off
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
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19 words
in
3 sentences
using
78 chars
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17 words
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2 sentences
using
102 chars
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15 words
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2 sentences
using
67 chars
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10 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
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25 words
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3 sentences
using
110 chars
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9 words
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3 sentences
using
34 chars
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23 words
in
4 sentences
using
116 chars
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7 words
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1 sentence
using
26 chars
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14 words
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1 sentence
using
55 chars
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
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11 words
in
2 sentences
using
56 chars
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Sings
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
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Sings
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2 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
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CURTAIN
ACT III.
SAME SCENE. — Evening of the same day .
The bracket lights are burning and the chandelier is partly lighted . JENNY is discovered with a taper, completing the lighting of the front lights, and singing .
Waltzes round as she lights the chandelier, singing
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4 words
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2 sentences
using
31 chars
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CARAMEL enters , L. U. D. Stands in the doorway, and looks back as though he had just left CLIVE and SIR JOHN.
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17 words
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1 sentence
using
86 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
18 chars
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29 words
in
4 sentences
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132 chars
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14 words
in
3 sentences
using
68 chars
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
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17 words
in
2 sentences
using
92 chars
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26 words
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3 sentences
using
117 chars
.
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6 words
in
2 sentences
using
29 chars
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Points off window, down L.]
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6 words
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1 sentence
using
23 chars
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11 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
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12 words
in
3 sentences
using
64 chars
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At window
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
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28 words
in
7 sentences
using
140 chars
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Looking through window
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26 words
in
3 sentences
using
117 chars
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
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Aside
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12 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
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11 words
in
2 sentences
using
45 chars
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Gets to window
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35 words
in
15 sentences
using
178 chars
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MRS. MERRIDAY enters , R. D., and sees them .
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6 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
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Turns round quickly, while JENNY closes window
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15 words
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3 sentences
using
75 chars
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9 words
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2 sentences
using
45 chars
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20 words
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4 sentences
using
94 chars
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
21 chars
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98 words
in
14 sentences
using
448 chars
.
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
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44 words
in
5 sentences
using
231 chars
.
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Contains
98 words
in
13 sentences
using
511 chars
.
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12 words
in
1 sentence
using
55 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
15 chars
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
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15 words
in
1 sentence
using
70 chars
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Smiling
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
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16 words
in
1 sentence
using
73 chars
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
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6 words
in
2 sentences
using
33 chars
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11 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
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Laughing
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30 words
in
5 sentences
using
157 chars
.
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
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Contains
33 words
in
3 sentences
using
171 chars
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In alarm, buttoning his coat in comic haste
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11 words
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2 sentences
using
47 chars
.
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23 words
in
5 sentences
using
88 chars
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
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3 words
in
2 sentences
using
15 chars
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Contains
36 words
in
4 sentences
using
170 chars
.
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20 words
in
3 sentences
using
113 chars
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
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22 words
in
3 sentences
using
96 chars
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22 words
in
2 sentences
using
98 chars
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10 words
in
1 sentence
using
39 chars
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8 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
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37 words
in
6 sentences
using
173 chars
.
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15 words
in
4 sentences
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77 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
26 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
19 chars
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7 words
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2 sentences
using
40 chars
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
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Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
45 chars
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Runs after her
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82 words
in
7 sentences
using
384 chars
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JENNY enters , L. U. D.
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3 words
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2 sentences
using
16 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
17 chars
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
15 chars
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
19 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
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Surprised
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
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10 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
.
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15 words
in
3 sentences
using
70 chars
.
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16 words
in
3 sentences
using
79 chars
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Advances to him
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13 words
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2 sentences
using
63 chars
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Half sneer and rage
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
2 sentences
using
120 chars
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Stepping back in alarm
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19 words
in
4 sentences
using
88 chars
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Looks after him, shaking her head
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25 words
in
3 sentences
using
126 chars
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GRIFFITHS enters, with a small step-ladder and a box of candles .
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7 words
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2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
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9 words
in
3 sentences
using
43 chars
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Holds ladder gallantly
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7 words
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1 sentence
using
29 chars
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Pointing off , L. U. D., with candle
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1 word
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1 sentence
using
5 chars
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4 words
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2 sentences
using
25 chars
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Gesticulating menacingly with her candle
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67 words
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8 sentences
using
339 chars
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At door, cautiously, and in a whisper
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2 words
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2 sentences
using
13 chars
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Without turning, and mistaking him
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
22 chars
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Same tone
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2 words
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1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
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16 words
in
4 sentences
using
73 chars
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17 words
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2 sentences
using
75 chars
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
21 chars
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Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
53 chars
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About to get down
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
13 chars
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6 words
in
3 sentences
using
26 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
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Jovially
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8 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
86 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
5 sentences
using
109 chars
.
Contains
51 words
in
5 sentences
using
232 chars
.
Amused
Contains
44 words
in
5 sentences
using
239 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
108 chars
.
MRS. MERRIDAY enters , R., down stairs .
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19 words
in
3 sentences
using
91 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Recollecting
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48 words
in
3 sentences
using
246 chars
.
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38 words
in
4 sentences
using
195 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
78 chars
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
148 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
72 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
1 sentence
using
91 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
Contains
55 words
in
3 sentences
using
253 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
3 sentences
using
152 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
3 sentences
using
156 chars
.
Warmly
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20 words
in
3 sentences
using
94 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
18 chars
.
Contains
40 words
in
4 sentences
using
237 chars
.
Smiling
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
65 chars
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Outside
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Much alarmed, throws his overcoat around his shoulders quickly
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3 words
in
3 sentences
using
16 chars
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DORIS enters quickly , L. U. D.
In a fur sacque, her head covered by a veil, a pair of gloves, and CLIVE'S bouquet in her hand
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21 words
in
4 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
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At desk, turning
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10 words
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1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
51 words
in
5 sentences
using
237 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
4 sentences
using
133 chars
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Remembering his decorations
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5 words
in
2 sentences
using
20 chars
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Amazed
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
2 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Same
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
86 chars
.
In alarm
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Smiling
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
96 chars
.
Declining in alarm
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
37 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
4 sentences
using
91 chars
.
To MRS. MERRIDAY]
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15 words
in
2 sentences
using
63 chars
.
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9 words
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1 sentence
using
43 chars
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15 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
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Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
57 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
4 sentences
using
120 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
5 sentences
using
123 chars
.
After a glance at the group
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7 words
in
3 sentences
using
44 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
3 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
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Quickly
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
41 chars
.
In a whisper
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
67 chars
.
Same
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
88 chars
.
Looking at him seriously and naïvely
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
67 chars
.
Contains
84 words
in
6 sentences
using
400 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
3 sentences
using
115 chars
.
Writing
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
39 words
in
5 sentences
using
178 chars
.
Anxiously
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
As before
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
45 words
in
6 sentences
using
227 chars
.
Jumps up at the first kiss, but leaves her hand with CLIVE, and stands with still averted face, and calls anxiously and entreatingly
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
Has finished her letter and comes forward
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
2 sentences
using
5 chars
.
Looks at her right hand, which CLIVE is now stroking
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
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Jumps up as if to embrace DORIS.]
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Starting back
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
15 chars
.
Preventing him by seizing his arm
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28 words
in
6 sentences
using
137 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Crosses between them, and seizes DORIS by both hands
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24 words
in
4 sentences
using
131 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
3 sentences
using
33 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
34 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
4 sentences
using
34 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Sees that her mantle has fallen down, hides hurriedly behind MRS. MERRIDAY, and petulantly
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Approaching
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
69 chars
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Waving him off
Contains
8 words
in
4 sentences
using
29 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
4 sentences
using
56 chars
.
Escaping CLIVE, goes into extreme corner
Contains
10 words
in
4 sentences
using
54 chars
.
In C., entreatingly
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Naïvely
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
53 chars
.
Honestly, and gradually showing emotion
Contains
79 words
in
8 sentences
using
406 chars
.
Half turned away, and faintly
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
12 chars
.
With a passionate outburst
Contains
34 words
in
6 sentences
using
142 chars
.
As before
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
4 sentences
using
34 chars
.
CURTAIN.
ACT IV.
SAME SCENE. — Morning after the preceding act .
JENNY enters , L. U. D., and speaks off .
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7 words
in
2 sentences
using
36 chars
.
CARAMEL enters , L. U. D., with a bouquet .
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Wiping his brow, and stammering
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
86 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
5 sentences
using
216 chars
.
Watching him up stage
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39 words
in
5 sentences
using
186 chars
.
Contains
170 words
in
28 sentences
using
822 chars
.
Comes forward and stands beside him
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
37 chars
.
Jumping up
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Seizing her hand, eagerly
Contains
39 words
in
5 sentences
using
160 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
.
Contains
123 words
in
10 sentences
using
562 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
3 sentences
using
39 chars
.
On his knees, holding her hand with both his
Contains
35 words
in
4 sentences
using
137 chars
.
Smiling
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
63 chars
.
Kisses her hand
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
59 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
18 chars
.
Retaining her hand
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
40 words
in
3 sentences
using
177 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
94 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
3 sentences
using
107 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Stops
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
45 words
in
3 sentences
using
217 chars
.
Up to him
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
58 chars
.
[R., near him
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
39 chars
.
Contains
42 words
in
7 sentences
using
169 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
DORIS enters , R. D.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
38 words
in
1 sentence
using
219 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
53 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
120 chars
.
Alone
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
SIR JOHN enters , R. D., bowing back, as if to MRS. MERRIDAY.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
JENNY enters , L. U. D., followed by SELVIDGE.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
34 chars
.
To DORIS.]
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
5 sentences
using
40 chars
.
In a whisper
Contains
1 word
in
2 sentences
using
4 chars
.
Same
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
61 chars
.
Same
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
85 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
82 chars
.
Contains
37 words
in
3 sentences
using
171 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
79 chars
.
Contains
25 words
in
3 sentences
using
106 chars
.
Aloud, to SELVIDGE, rising
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
To CLIVE.]
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
62 chars
.
Coming forward
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Follows obsequiously
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
3 sentences
using
111 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
3 sentences
using
176 chars
.
Modestly
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
63 words
in
8 sentences
using
349 chars
.
Pretending modesty
Contains
52 words
in
4 sentences
using
305 chars
.
Contains
35 words
in
2 sentences
using
191 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
1 sentence
using
162 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
3 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
1 sentence
using
116 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
46 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
92 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
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19 words
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3 sentences
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113 chars
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Catching the infection of the air and finishing it, yet highly alarmed
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11 words
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1 sentence
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6 sentences
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112 chars
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DORIS enters , L. U. D.
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35 chars
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In dismay
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Half rises
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113 chars
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3 sentences
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96 chars
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Horrified and starting up
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11 chars
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Obsequiously, but with triumphant mischief
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32 words
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3 sentences
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171 chars
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3 sentences
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18 chars
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GRIFFITHS appears , L. U. D., ushers in the DUKE, who enters with DORIS, arm in arm. The DUKE is in black frock-coat .
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3 sentences
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64 chars
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With a ceremonious courtesy, one step back, and solemnly
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2 sentences
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100 chars
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Smiling
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Still solemnly
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2 sentences
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165 chars
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Jovially
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3 sentences
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172 chars
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With importance
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2 sentences
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126 chars
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Good-humoredly
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6 sentences
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132 chars
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4 sentences
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55 chars
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60 words
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7 sentences
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308 chars
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20 words
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3 sentences
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96 chars
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Timidly approaching
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1 sentence
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37 chars
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3 sentences
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1 sentence
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4 sentences
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289 chars
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51 chars
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Getting gradually excited
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210 chars
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2 sentences
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47 chars
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3 sentences
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Has overheard — in alarm — up stage
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20 chars
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2 sentences
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Timidly approaching, and entreatingly
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Continuing, to SIR JOHN.]
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44 chars
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In breathless despair, wringing her hands
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7 chars
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4 sentences
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Resolutely, shaking off her fears and her tears, aside to SIR JOHN.]
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2 sentences
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40 chars
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Up stage, and feebly
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5 sentences
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Turning round, and visibly calmer
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57 chars
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Wretched
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20 chars
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2 sentences
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1 sentence
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2 sentences
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2 sentences
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182 chars
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Flaring up
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12 words
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2 sentences
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54 chars
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Raising her hand beseechingly, finger on lips
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22 chars
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28 words
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6 sentences
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133 chars
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16 words
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2 sentences
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69 chars
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Half yielding, still half angry
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3 sentences
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119 chars
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Clapping her hands
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11 words
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2 sentences
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54 chars
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Sternly
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70 chars
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2 sentences
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5 sentences
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329 chars
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38 chars
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55 words
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4 sentences
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40 words
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13 words
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2 sentences
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Eagerly
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41 words
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2 sentences
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187 chars
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Rises
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4 sentences
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186 chars
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With joy
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148 chars
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3 sentences
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59 chars
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Resolutely
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115 words
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581 chars
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With emotion
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1 sentence
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25 chars
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Nodding sternly
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3 sentences
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48 chars
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With emotion
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After a short pause, seizes her head with both hands and kisses her on the brow in joyful emotion
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2 sentences
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27 chars
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Rising and raising her
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Seizing his hand, overjoyed
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11 chars
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Between tears and laugh
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40 chars
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CLIVE enters. She gives him her left hand and leads him to the DUKE.
Stepping buck sternly
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12 chars
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Timidly
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67 chars
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Clasping her hand cordially
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Crosses , C.]
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96 chars
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2 sentences
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31 chars
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Clapping her hands. Crosses to DUKE.]
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2 sentences
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54 chars
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15 chars
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Seizing her and kissing her on the lips
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10 chars
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SIR JOHN enters , L. U. D., in breathless haste .
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54 chars
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Glancing at DORIS and CLIVE.]
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3 sentences
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MRS. MERRIDAY enters , L. U. D., in street dress — the DUKE greets her .
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2 sentences
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2 sentences
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14 chars
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12 words
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3 sentences
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54 chars
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Hugging him
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17 chars
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Coming down with MRS. MERRIDAY.]
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1 sentence
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13 chars
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GRIFFITHS announces, at L. U. D.
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CARAMEL enters, in military uniform, with an enormous bearskin cap, which he carries under his right arm, military style. His chest and shoulders immensely padded .
Takes his left hand and brings him down, presenting him to the DUKE.]
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2 sentences
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5 sentences
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To MRS. MERRIDAY, who is quite cheerful
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1 sentence
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2 sentences
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41 chars
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2 sentences
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15 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
18 chars
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20 words
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5 sentences
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92 chars
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To DORIS.]
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46 chars
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2 sentences
using
10 chars
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8 words
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1 sentence
using
32 chars
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8 words
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2 sentences
using
48 chars
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9 words
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2 sentences
using
39 chars
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
21 chars
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Pointing to CLIVE.]
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17 words
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2 sentences
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90 chars
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To audience
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12 words
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65 chars
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To audience
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CURTAIN