He had a thirst for knowledge, of which he possessed not a little, but was somewhat pedantic.

Madam de Boze much resembled him; she was lively and affected.

I sometimes dined with them, and it is impossible to be more awkward than I was in her presence.

Her easy manner intimidated me, and rendered mine more remarkable.

When she presented me a plate, I modestly put forward my fork to take one of the least bits of what she offered me, which made her give the plate to her servant, turning her head aside that I might not see her laugh.