You bore yourself bravely during the battle.

I will say that for you." "Thanks for taking me, and for the compliment, too," said Robert.

"I've no mind to be left here alone in the middle of the ocean on a sinking ship." "'Tis no pleasant prospect, nor have we an easy path before us in the boats, either.

On the whole, the chances are against us.

There's land not far away to starboard, but whether we'll make it in so rough a sea is another matter.