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And don't confound the language of the nation With long-tailed words in osity and ation. - King Arthur and his Round Table (introduction, st. 6) [Language] Their accents firm and loud in conversation, Their eyes and gestures eager, sharp and quick Showed them prepared on proper provocation To give the lie, pull noses, stab and kick! And for that very reason it is said They were so very courteous and well-bred. - Prospectus and Specimen of an Intended National Work [Courtesy] A sudden thought strikes me--Let us swear an eternal friendship. - The Rovers (act I) [Friendship]
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