You are a blessing to us.

You really are a Boon, you know.' 'Nonsense, nonsense,' said the Doctor.
'No, no, I beg your pardon,' retorted the Old Soldier.

'With nobody present, but our dear and confidential friend Mr.Wickfield, I cannot consent to be put down.

I shall begin to assert the privileges of a mother-in-law, if you go on like that, and scold you.

I am perfectly honest and outspoken.