discomposure
Example Sentences
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When I came down again, I found Joe and Orlick sweeping up, without any other traces of discomposure than a slit in one of Orlick’s nostrils, which was neither expressive nor ornamental.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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“It’s good to be back,” Call said, covering the old man’s discomposure.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
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And, taking her hand, he would have given it to Mr. Darcy, who, though extremely surprised, was not unwilling to receive it, when she instantly drew back, and said with some discomposure to Sir William,
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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The discomposure passed at once, and only the observer on the hearth-rug noticed it.
From The Duke Decides by Headon Hill
The Squire's surprise, and what must be called, in view of his thwarted diplomacy, discomposure, were indicated by his dropped jaw.
From The Eldest Son by Archibald Marshall