disembarrass

Example Sentences

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It was in reality rather as a jest, and to disembarrass himself of the importunities of Morelos, that Hidalgo bestowed this singular and important commission.

From The Tiger Hunter by Reid, Mayne

I see—a sacrifice!—filial piety, and all that—to disembarrass his lordship.

From John Bull The Englishman's Fireside: A Comedy, in Five Acts by Colman, George

Therefore, if you wish to be rid of these beasts, the sooner you put out the fire the better; and you will see how soon we shall disembarrass you of their presence.”

From Wood Rangers The Trappers of Sonora by Reid, Mayne

My object has been to disembarrass my force from the incubus of non-combatants.

From The Ruined Cities of Zululand by Walmsley, Hugh Mulleneux

He hated him with all the concentration of his great hatred, and yet he could not disembarrass himself of his presence.

From The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II) by Lever, Charles James