sober-mindedness

Example Sentences

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The things which American life and manners preach to her are not patience, sober-mindedness, faithfulness, diligence, and honesty, and eagerness for physical enjoyment.

From Reflections and Comments 1865-1895 by Godkin, Edwin Lawrence

The attitude of worship naturally suggests sober-mindedness and deep seriousness, and banishes frivolity.

From George Müller of Bristol And His Witness to a Prayer-Hearing God by Pierson, Arthur T. (Arthur Tappan)

But from his want of sober-mindedness, we cannot always prove his earnestness in the cause he advocated.

From Calamities and Quarrels of Authors by Disraeli, Isaac

But what is the proof of sober-mindedness in man or woman?

From The Economist by Dakyns, Henry Graham

Let me repeat it to illustrate how sober-mindedness and great sorrow of heart always come to the best of men. 

From Bunyan Characters (3rd Series) by Whyte, Alexander