'It knows it is not ashamed of its own popolorum tibby.' Whatever were the circumstances which had led to such a result, it certainly appeared as though the popolorum tibby had rather miscalculated, for the nonce, the extent of his lady's affection.

Madame Mantalini only looked scornful in reply; and, turning to Ralph, begged him to excuse her intrusion.
'Which is entirely attributable,' said Madame, 'to the gross misconduct and most improper behaviour of Mr Mantalini.' 'Of me, my essential juice of pineapple!' 'Of you,' returned his wife.

'But I will not allow it.

I will not submit to be ruined by the extravagance and profligacy of any man.

I call Mr Nickleby to witness the course I intend to pursue with you.' 'Pray don't call me to witness anything, ma'am,' said Ralph.