assiduities
Example Sentences
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His last moments were solaced by the tender assiduities of his congenial helpmate, of his children, and of his old and long-familiar friends.
From Southern Literature From 1579-1895 A comprehensive review, with copious extracts and criticisms for the use of schools and the general reader by Manly, Louise
But, in spite of this precaution, they could not escape the assiduities of some gay men of fashion, who knew Glenmurray and admired his companion; and Adeline at length suspected that Glenmurray was jealous.
From Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter by Opie, Amelia Alderson
Yet, that she might not weary and utterly repulse the notary's passion, the creole seemed sometimes touched by his assiduities, and flattered by the control which she exercised over him.
From The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 5 of 6 by Sue, Eugène
What though his uncouth gestures provoked a smile, and his assiduities to the young lady were commented on at every hand.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 by Various
Here there was no obstacle to skill, and here the assiduities of many years in addition to a prompt and ardent genius, set her beyond the hopes of rivalship.
From Ormond, Volume II (of 3) or, The Secret Witness by Brown, Charles Brockden
