unconstraint

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As he stands at the entrance, holding Grane by the bridle, with the unconstraint of ancient manners they all quietly before speaking take one another's measure with their eyes.

From The Wagnerian Romances by Brownell, Gertrude Hall

It is calculated to inspire unconstraint and confidence into every breast.

From Four Early Pamphlets by Godwin, William

Dyce had not the self-oblivion of entire courtesy; it seemed probable that he would often err in tact; a certain awkwardness marred his personal bearing, which aimed at the modern ideal of flowing unconstraint.

From Our Friend the Charlatan by Gissing, George

I did not recognize in her the unconstraint of my partner at Mademoiselle Guillardin's wedding party,—to-day she was a true petite-ma�tresse, a little affected, and a little ceremonious too.

From Fr?d?rique; vol. 1 by Kock, Charles Paul de

This course seemed to be demanded by the spirit to which he had dedicated himself,—the spirit of absolute unconstraint.

From Whitman A Study by Burroughs, John