1969
First performed: October 15, 1906
CHARACTERS
PHILIP PHILLIMORE
MRS. PHILLIMORE, his mother
THE REVEREND MATTHEW PHILLIMORE, his brother
GRACE PHILLIMORE, his sister
MISS HENEAGE, his aunt
WILLIAM SUDLEY, his cousin
MRS. VIDA PHILLIMORE, his divorced wife
BROOKS, her footman
BENSON, her maid
SIR WILFRID CATES-DARBY
JOHN KARSLAKE
MRS. CYNTHIA KARSLAKE, his divorced wife
NOGAM, his valet
TIM FIDDLER
THOMAS, the Phillimores' family servant
ACT I
Living room in the house of Philip Phillimore. Five P. M. of an afternoon of May. The general air and appearance of the room is that of an old-fashioned, decorous, comfortable interior. There are no electric lights and no electric bells. Two bell ropes as in old-fashioned houses. The room is in dark tones inclining to sombre and of old-fashioned elegance. (At rise, discovered Miss Heneage, Mrs. Phillimore and Thomas. Miss Heneage is a solidly built, narrow-minded woman in her sixties. She makes no effort to look younger than she is, and is expensively but quietly dressed, with heavy elegance. She commands her household and her family connection, and on the strength of a large and steady income feels that her opinion has its value. Mrs. Phillimore is a semi-professional invalid, refined and unintelligent. Her movements are weak and fatigued. Her voice is habitually plaintive and she is entirely a lady without a trace of being a woman of fashion. Thomas is an easy-mannered, but entirely respectful family servant, un-English both in style and appearance. He has no deportment worthy of being so called, and takes an evident interest in the affairs of the family he serves. Miss Heneage, seated at the tea-table, faces footlights. Mrs. Phillimore, seated left of table. Thomas stands near by. Tea things on table. Decanter of sherry in coaster. Bread and butter on plate. Vase with flowers. Silver match-box. Large old-fashioned tea urn. Guard for flame. "Evening Post" on tea-table. Miss Heneage and Mrs. Phillimore both have cups of tea. Miss Heneage sits up very straight, and pours tea for Grace, who enters from door L. She is a pretty and fashionably dressed girl of twenty. She speaks superciliously, coolly, and not too fast. She sits on the sofa, L., and does not lounge. She wears a gown suitable for spring visiting, hat, parasol, gloves, etc.
Crosses and sits
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Pause. Thomas comes down L. table
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Thomas nods and indicates table up L.
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Same business. Pointing to "Evening Post" on tea-table
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Indicates cup
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Thomas takes cup of tea to Grace. Silence. They all sip tea. Thomas goes back, fills sherry glass, remaining round and about the tea-table. They all drink tea during the following scene
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Speaks slowly and gently
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Thomas at back of table ready to be of use
To Mrs. Phillimore, picking up a sheet of paper which has lain on the table
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Points to paper. Thomas gives list to Mrs. Phillimore and moves up stage
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Reads plaintively, ready to make the best of things
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Thomas hands paper to Miss Heneage
Thomas up stage
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Reenter Thomas
With finality
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Announces
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Enter William Sudley, a little oldish gentleman. He is and appears thoroughly insignificant. But his opinion of the place he occupies in the world is enormous. His manners, voice, presence are all those of a man of breeding and self-importance
Rise and greet Sudley; a little tremulously
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Exit Thomas
Shakes hands with Mrs. Phillimore, soberly glad to see them
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Comes to him
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Sits L.
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Acidly
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Unfeignedly interested
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Rises, and goes up to table
Irritated and disgusted
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With dismay and pain
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Confident of the value of her opinion
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Takes a cigarette
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Comes below chair
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Thinking that no one is worth knowing whom he does not know
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Shocked
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To armchair, L.
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Suspicious and distrustful
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With confidence
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Crosses up back of table R., sorry to be obliged to concede good birth to any but his own blood
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Still more secure; nods
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Giving in with difficulty
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Determined not to be dazzled
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Always ready to think the worst
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Gloomily, since he has less fault to find than he expected
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Sips his tea
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Still unwilling to be pleased
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Goes to C.
With the superiority of one who is not too popular
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Showing a faint sense of justice
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Glad to have something against some one
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Very superciliously
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Beginning to make the best of fifteen millions-in-law
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Assents
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Bored, and his respectability to the front when he thinks of the ceremony; rises. Grace rises
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Whispering to Sudley
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He doesn't hear. Enter Cynthia, absorbed in reading a newspaper. She is a young creature in her twenties, small and high-bred, full of the love of excitement and sport. Her manner is wide awake and keen and she is evidently in no fear of the opinion of others. Her dress is exceedingly elegant, but with the elegance of a woman whose chief interests lie in life out of doors. There is nothing horsey in her style, and her expression is youthful and ingenuous
Sententious and determinately epigrammatic
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Aside to Sudley
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Comes down reading, immersed, excited, trembling. She lowers paper to catch the light
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Goes to Dudley, L. C.
Very respectable as he bows without cordiality
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Pause; Cynthia feels he should say something. As he says nothing, she speaks again
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Pompously
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With good temper, somewhat embarrassed, and talking herself into ease
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Still with cordial good temper
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Very sententious
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Gay and still covering her embarrassment
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After a self-important pause
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Quickly and commandingly to cover his slip. Going up C.
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Sudley goes up L.
With fatigued voice and manner as she rises
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Mrs. Phillimore goes up
To Sudley
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Exeunt Sudley and Miss Heneage, talking
Sitting on the sofa, L.
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Near the tea-table
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Calmly sarcastic
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Reenter Thomas. Enter Phillimore. Philip Phillimore is a self-centered, short-tempered imperious member of the respectable fashionables of New York. He is well and solidly dressed and in manner and speech evidently a man of family. He is accustomed to being listened to in his home circle and from the bench, and it is practically impossible for him to believe that he can make a mistake
Outraged
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Philip nods to her absent-mindedly. He is in his working suit and looks tired. He comes down silently, crosses to tea-table. Bends over and kisses Cynthia on forehead. Goes to his chair, which Thomas has changed the position of for him. Sits, and sighs with satisfaction
As if exhausted by brain work
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The strain of the day having evidently been severe
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As before
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Sips
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Almost too tired for speech
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To Thomas
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Thomas gets it
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Amiable but not very sympathetic
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Looks at Cynthia
With veiled sarcasm
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As before
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He sweeps a descriptive motion with his hand, gives paper to Cynthia, then moves his glass, reads, and sips
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Thomas blows out the alcohol lamp on the tea-table with difficulty. Blows twice. Movement of Philip each time. Blows again
Irritably
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In a fluster
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Soothing Thomas's wounded feelings
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Exit Thomas, L.
Not unsympathetically
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Admitting that married life is a blank, begins to look through paper
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Not recognizing her tone
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As before
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Sighs
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Embarrassed
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He looks thoughtful
Beginning to forget Philip and to remember more interesting matters
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Reading still
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Puzzled
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Pause; he reads
Curious about the matter
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Slowly, considering
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Much excited and aroused
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Somewhat sarcastic
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Gently, and wishing to drop the subject
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Pause
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He assents. She reads her paper. He sips his tea and reads his paper. She turns a page, starts and cries out
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Excited
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Rises and goes up and down excitedly. Philip takes paper and reads
Unconcerned, as the matter hardly touches him
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Sensitive and much disturbed
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Cynthia takes paper
After reading, sits L., near table
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Puts paper on table L.
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Enter Thomas, L. to C.
Determined and distressed
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Announcing with something like reluctance. To C.
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Enter Fiddler. He is an English horse trainer, a wide-awake stocky well-groomed little cockney. He knows his own mind and sees life altogether through a stable door. Well-dressed for his station, and not too young
Excited and disturbed
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Impulsively
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In a half whisper, still speaking on impulse
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Reproving him, though pleased
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Putting an end to Fiddler
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Uncomfortable
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Fiddler exits L.
Amazed; rises
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Cynthia crosses in excited dejection. Enter Matthew. He is a high church clergyman to a highly fashionable congregation. His success is partly due to his social position and partly to his elegance of speech, but chiefly to his inherent amiability, which leaves the sinner in happy peace and smiles on the just and unjust alike
Most amiably
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Greets him C.
Nods to Philip
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Goes up and takes hat and cane to divan
Aside to Philip
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Astonished and disgusted
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Exit Philip, much embarrassed, followed by Thomas
Comes down to chair, happily and pleasantly self-important
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Indulgently, in spite of his folly, because he is kind
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Takes tea
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A little bitterly
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With sentimental sweetness
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Impulsively
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Going over the ground she has often argued with herself
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Puts down teacup
Growing more and more excited and moved as she speaks
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Amiable and reminiscent
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Coming back to her manner of every day
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Reenter Philip
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Half aside
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Up C.
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Enter Thomas, flurried, with card on salver
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Vida comes in slowly, with the air of a spoiled beauty. She stops just inside the door and speaks in a very casual manner. Her voice is languorous and caressing. She is dressed in the excess of the French fashion and carries an outré parasol. She smiles and comes, undulating, down C. Tableau. Exit Thomas
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Awkwardly
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Comes down to table R. of it. Cheerfully, with dash
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Matthew sits near little table
To Philip
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Outraged at Vida's intrusion, but polite though delicately sarcastic
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As calm as before
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Unable to resist a thrust at the close of this speech
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He feels that this is no place for his future wife. Rises quickly, goes up C. To Cynthia
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Matthew comes to L. sofa and sits
Determined not to leave the field first, remains seated
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With flattering insistence, to Cynthia
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Taking it with apparent calm, but pointing her remarks
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Enter Thomas
Calm, but getting her knife in too
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Announcing clearly. Every one changes place, in consternation, amusement or surprise. Cynthia moves to leave the stage, but stops for fear of attracting Karslake's attention
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Enter Karslake. He is a powerful, generous personality, a man of affairs, breezy, gay and careless. He gives the impression of being game for any fate in store for him. His clothes indicate sporting propensities and his taste in waistcoats and ties is brilliant. Karslake sees first Philip and then Matthew. Exit Thomas
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Very gay and no respecter of persons
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Cynthia makes a sudden movement, turns cup over. John faces about quickly and they face each other. John gives a frank start. Pause. Tableau
Astounded, in a low voice
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He indicates chair by table
Sitting beyond but not far from the tea-table
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Sits R. corner
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Promptly
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With a touch of humor
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A little flustered
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He is sure of himself now
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Eagerly but in a low voice
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After slight pause
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Haughtily
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1 sentence
using
41 chars
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With polite solicitude and still humorous. To Philip
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23 words
in
3 sentences
using
99 chars
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Who has been sitting and talking to Matthew for lack of a better man, comes C. to talk to Karslake
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2 words
in
2 sentences
using
6 chars
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Rising as she rises
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
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Crossing and sitting left of tea-table
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
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More than usually anxious to please
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33 words
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2 sentences
using
136 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
82 chars
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John bows. Cynthia hears and notes this
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6 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
3 sentences
using
136 chars
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Cynthia, furious with him and herself. He hands cup back. She makes a second cup
Cheerfully; in a rage
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Also apparently cheerful
Contains
24 words
in
3 sentences
using
110 chars
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Calm and amused; aside to Matthew
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23 words
in
2 sentences
using
99 chars
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Matthew sits
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19 words
in
2 sentences
using
100 chars
.
Contains
37 words
in
3 sentences
using
170 chars
.
Cynthia is wounded by this
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Cynthia hands second cup to John
With careful politeness
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6 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
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Rises; takes tea with courteous indifference
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
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He drinks the cup of tea standing by the tea-table
To make conversation
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6 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
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Excited. Taken out of herself by the news
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
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Finishes his tea, places empty cup on tea-table and reseats himself
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
74 chars
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Still interested and forgetting the discomfort of the situation
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10 words
in
1 sentence
using
47 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
3 sentences
using
64 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
142 chars
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Horrified
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
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Incredulous
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
29 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
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Suddenly remembers
Contains
33 words
in
3 sentences
using
173 chars
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She throws this remark in
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
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Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
146 chars
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Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
13 chars
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Ready to take the opposite view
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17 words
in
2 sentences
using
75 chars
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Pure sport
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9 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
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Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
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Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
29 chars
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Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
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Plainly anxious to say "I told you so"
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54 words
in
3 sentences
using
262 chars
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Rises to meet Vida. Hastily
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24 words
in
2 sentences
using
139 chars
.
Vida disgusted by such plainness of speech, rises and goes to Philip who waves her to a chair C.
Formal
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
59 chars
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John quietly bows
Concealing her interest; speaks casually
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16 words
in
3 sentences
using
86 chars
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Sits
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
45 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
57 chars
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Coming C. to Cynthia, speaking to carry off the situation as well as to get a tip
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
31 chars
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Evidently wishing she might be going too
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
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Covering his personal interest with amiable altruism
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
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Gesture of despair
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
Matthew goes to Vida
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
50 chars
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Disgusted at John's dunderheadedness
Contains
69 words
in
5 sentences
using
353 chars
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Never forgetting the situation
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
39 chars
.
Impetuously
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
As nearly horrified as so soft a soul can be
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2 words
in
2 sentences
using
15 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Her mind on her wager
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
With a nervous laugh
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Remembering the conventions, which, for a moment, had actually escaped her
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
43 chars
.
Pouring oil on troubled waters. Crossing, he speaks to Vida at back of armchair, where she sits
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Enter Thomas with letter on salver, which he hands to Philip
Meekly
Contains
30 words
in
3 sentences
using
146 chars
.
Aside to Vida
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
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Is about to go, but thinks she will have a last word with John
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
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Looking at the card that Thomas has just brought in
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
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General move
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
69 chars
.
To Thomas
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Exit Thomas. The prospect of an Englishman with a handle to his name changes Vida's plans and instead of leaving the house, she goes to sofa, L. and sits there
Contains
19 words
in
4 sentences
using
91 chars
.
Enter Thomas
Announcing
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Enter Sir Wilfrid Cates-Darby. He is a bred, sporting Englishman. His manner, his dress and his diction are the perfection of English elegance. His movements are quick and graceful. He talks lightly and with ease. He is full of life and unsmiling good temper
To Sir Wilfrid and referring to the letter of introduction in his hand
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25 words
in
4 sentences
using
130 chars
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Delicately mopping his forehead
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
98 chars
.
Conventional
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
44 chars
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Sir Wilfrid bows, surprised and doubtful
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
4 sentences
using
63 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Karslake goes up to speak to Matthew and Philip in the further room
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
At table R.
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16 words
in
3 sentences
using
75 chars
.
Pouring tea and facing the facts
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7 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
3 sentences
using
20 chars
.
Business of thinking it out
Who has been ready for some time to speak to him
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
68 chars
.
Goes to Vida and speaks, standing by her at sofa
Contains
23 words
in
3 sentences
using
118 chars
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Getting down to love as the basis of conversation
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
63 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
2 sentences
using
133 chars
.
He casts a look at Philip, who has gone into the next room
Cheerful and unconstrained
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Completely confused
Contains
58 words
in
14 sentences
using
288 chars
.
Horrified at being suspected of maternity, but speaking very sweetly
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
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His good spirits all gone, but determined to clear things up
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12 words
in
3 sentences
using
56 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
2 sentences
using
137 chars
.
Most gracious
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
62 chars
.
Ready to be outraged
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
37 words
in
4 sentences
using
214 chars
.
Cheerful again
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Vida laughs
Not a whit discountenanced and ready to please
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
4 sentences
using
91 chars
.
Calm, but secretly disappointed
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Fully expecting personal flattery
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
1 sentence
using
140 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
42 words
in
8 sentences
using
217 chars
.
Karslake crosses to Vida; they both go to sofa, left, where they sit
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Much taken with Cynthia. To her. Sits R.
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42 words
in
2 sentences
using
225 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
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Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
59 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
55 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
22 chars
.
Cynthia covering her hair with her handkerchief
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
3 sentences
using
140 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
83 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
62 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Changes seat to above table
Contains
79 words
in
6 sentences
using
391 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
4 sentences
using
142 chars
.
Amused and excusing his audacity as a foreigner's eccentricity
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
66 chars
.
Contains
98 words
in
12 sentences
using
502 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
61 chars
.
Rises
Contains
49 words
in
4 sentences
using
226 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
3 sentences
using
47 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
97 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Has finished her talk with John, and breaks in on Sir Wilfrid, who has hung about Cynthia too long to suit her
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Crossing down L.
Shakes hands with John
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Bows assent
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Comes to the middle of the stage and speaks to Cynthia
Contains
29 words
in
4 sentences
using
156 chars
.
Distant and careless of offending
Contains
23 words
in
2 sentences
using
105 chars
.
Above chair
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
106 chars
.
To Cynthia
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Perfectly regardless of Vida, and ready to vex John if possible
Contains
21 words
in
4 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Aside to John, crossing to speak quietly to him
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Pause. General embarrassment. Sir Wilfrid business with eye-glass. John angry. Cynthia triumphant. Matthew embarrassed. Vida irritated. Philip puzzled. Everybody at odds
For the first time a witness to the pretty complications of divorce; to Matthew
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
For whom these moments are more than usually painful, and wiping his brow
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Looks at watch; glad to be off
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Comes down
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Reads note
Contains
48 words
in
5 sentences
using
228 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Ready to embarrass Cynthia, if possible, and speaking as if he had quite forgotten their former relations
Contains
10 words
in
5 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
To Matthew
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
74 chars
.
Exit Sir Wilfrid with John, arm in arm, preceded by Vida. Matthew crosses, smiling, as if pleased, in a Christian way, with this display of generous gaiety. Looks at his watch
Contains
32 words
in
5 sentences
using
171 chars
.
Cynthia evidently much excited. The outer door slams. Philip comes down slowly. Cynthia stands, her eyes wide, her breathing visible, until Philip speaks, when she seems suddenly to realize her position. A long pause
Superior
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
127 chars
.
Excitedly
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Distressed and moved
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Philip sits
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
4 sentences
using
95 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
She sits, sees paper, takes it, looks at picture of John Karslake
Sighs with content
Contains
90 words
in
10 sentences
using
497 chars
.
Miss Heneage, Mrs. Phillimore and Grace enter. Cynthia sighs without letting her sigh be heard. Tries to compose herself. Glances at paper and then hearing Miss Heneage, starts slightly. Miss Heneage and Mrs. Phillimore stop at table
She carries a sheet of paper
Contains
46 words
in
3 sentences
using
235 chars
.
Sits above table. Cynthia braces herself to bear the Phillimore conversation
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Cynthia rises and crosses to chair R. of L. table
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
89 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
They are now sitting
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
Sighs. His own feelings as usual to the fore
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Cynthia begins to slowly crush the newspaper she has been reading with both hands, as if the effort of self-repression were too much for her
Making the best of a gloomy future
Contains
25 words
in
1 sentence
using
135 chars
.
Plaintively
Contains
19 words
in
1 sentence
using
88 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Here Cynthia gives up. Driven desperate by their chatter, she has slowly rolled her newspaper into a ball, and at this point tosses it violently to the floor and bursts into hysterical laughter
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Hastily
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
They speak together. General movement
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Comes quickly forward, saying
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
14 chars
.
Curtain
ACT II
Mrs. Vida Phillimore's boudoir. The room is furnished to please an empty-headed, pleasure-loving and fashionable woman. The furniture, the ornaments, what pictures there are, all witness to taste up-to-date. Two French windows open on to a balcony, from which the trees of Central Park can be seen. There is a table between them; a mirror, a scent bottle, etc., upon it. On the right, up stage, is a door; on the right, down stage, another door. A lady's writing table stands between the two, nearer centre of stage. There is another door up stage, L.; below it, L., an open fireplace, filled with potted plants, andirons, etc., not in use. Over it a tall mirror; on the mantelpiece a French clock, candelabra, vases, etc. On a line with the fireplace, a lounge, gay with silk pillows. A florist's box, large and long, filled with American Beauty roses, on a low table near the head of the lounge. Small tables and light chairs where needed. At rise, Benson is discovered up stage looking about her. She is a neat and pretty little English lady's maid in black silk and a thin apron. She comes down stage still looking about, goes L. and sees flower box; then goes R., opens door and speaks off .
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
She holds the door, R., open. Vida, in a morning gown, enters R., slowly, and comes C. She is smoking a cigarette in as aesthetic a manner as she can, and is evidently turned out in her best style for conquest
C., back to audience, always calm and, though civil, a little disdainful of her servants
Contains
30 words
in
4 sentences
using
159 chars
.
Quickly, understanding what is implied
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
Enter Brooks
An ultra-English footman, in plush and calves
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Incapable of remembering the last man, or of considering the new one
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7 words
in
2 sentences
using
34 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
As a matter of form
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Reenter Benson with rouge
Carefully giving instructions while she keeps her eyes on the glass and is rouged by Benson
Contains
24 words
in
2 sentences
using
119 chars
.
Brooks is inattentive; watches Benson
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Calm, but wearied by the ignorance of the lower classes
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
92 chars
.
Without a trace of comprehension
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
91 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
91 chars
.
Looking at her watch which lies on the dressing table
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Glancing at the French clock on the chimney-piece
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Comes down a little, R.
Getting promptly to work
Contains
19 words
in
4 sentences
using
99 chars
.
The door opens and Brooks enters; Vida nods to Benson
Announcing stolidly
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Enter John, dressed in very nobby riding togs, crop, etc., and spurs. He comes in gaily and forcibly. Benson gives way, R., as he comes down. Exeunt Brooks and Benson. John stops near table, L. Vida, from this point on, is busied with her roses
Languorously, but with a faint suggestion of humor
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Lively and far from being impressed by Vida
Contains
20 words
in
3 sentences
using
99 chars
.
Takes chair from L. to R. C.
Facing the insinuation with gentle pain
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
102 chars
.
Who has laid his gloves and riding crop on table, C.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
30 chars
.
She indicates that he will find them on a small table up stage
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Goes up quickly to table and helps himself to Scotch and seltzer
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Putting in her last roses; she keeps one rosebud in her hand, of a size suitable for a man's buttonhole
As he drinks
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
Showing her claws for a moment
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
69 chars
.
Irritated by the remembrance of his wife
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
57 chars
.
Sits
Soothing the savage beast
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Still cross
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Curious
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
2 sentences
using
154 chars
.
Sympathizing
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Pause
Still cross
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Excusing her curiosity and coming back to love as the only subject for serious conversation
Contains
20 words
in
1 sentence
using
82 chars
.
Very nonchalantly
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Doing her best to charm
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Not a bit impressed by Vida, but as ready to flirt as another
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Giving him the one she has in her hand
Saying what is plainly expected of him
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Putting this insinuation by
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Once more reminded of Cynthia, speaks with sudden feeling
Contains
38 words
in
6 sentences
using
181 chars
.
With tenderness
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
His mind on Cynthia
Contains
56 words
in
3 sentences
using
252 chars
.
Rises and goes up. During the following, he walks about in his irritation
Gently
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
54 words
in
2 sentences
using
304 chars
.
Crosses C.
Flattering him as a matter of course
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
On whom she has made no impression at all
Contains
136 words
in
9 sentences
using
657 chars
.
Back to L.
Gently sarcastic
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
54 words
in
5 sentences
using
272 chars
.
Goes up, then comes down to chair R. Vida catches his hands
Hoping for a contradiction
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Crosses to chair by lounge
Encouraged, begins to play the game again
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Speaking to her from the foot of her sofa
Contains
75 words
in
8 sentences
using
383 chars
.
Letting her innate shrewdness appear
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
67 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
Shakes his head
Contains
27 words
in
2 sentences
using
113 chars
.
He sits beside her facing up stage as she faces down
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Bold and amused, but never taken in
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
With immense gentleness
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
87 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
With gush and determined to be womanly at all hazards
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
As before
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Not hoping much from his tone
Contains
18 words
in
1 sentence
using
109 chars
.
Playing the game
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Playing the game too, but not playing it well
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Still ready to say what is expected
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
84 chars
.
Speaks the truth as she sees it, seeing that her methods don't succeed
Contains
45 words
in
4 sentences
using
219 chars
.
With sudden anger
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Very softly and most sweetly
Contains
40 words
in
2 sentences
using
209 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
The ideal woman in mind
Contains
39 words
in
2 sentences
using
187 chars
.
Gaily, and seeing straight through her veneer
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Agreeing very softly
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
John rises quickly. Enter Benson and Brooks, L.
Stolid and announcing
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Benson stops him with a sharp movement and turns toward Vida
With intention
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Benson waves Brooks to go: Exit Brooks, L., very haughtily
Wonderingly
Contains
51 words
in
7 sentences
using
272 chars
.
Looking at his watch
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Very anxious to please
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
Practical
Contains
30 words
in
3 sentences
using
151 chars
.
Door L. opens
To John
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Enter Brooks, as Vida takes a rose from basket
Stolidly
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
Enter Sir Wilfrid in morning suit, boutonniere, etc.
With tender surprise and busy with the roses
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
101 chars
.
Coming to her above end of sofa
Contains
23 words
in
4 sentences
using
111 chars
.
Ready to make any man as happy as possible
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
64 words
in
6 sentences
using
303 chars
.
To C. By this time Vida has filled a vase with roses and rises to sweep by him and if possible make another charming picture to his eyes
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Crosses R.
Impressed
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
65 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
83 chars
.
She places the roses here and there, as if to see their effect, and leaves them on a small table near the door through which her visitors entered
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Sauntering slowly toward the mirror as she speaks
Contains
38 words
in
4 sentences
using
180 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
He throws this in in the middle of her speech, which flows gently and steadily on
Contains
68 words
in
4 sentences
using
360 chars
.
Rises; most civil, but speaking his mind like a Briton
Contains
41 words
in
4 sentences
using
205 chars
.
She passes him to tantalize
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
He believes she means it
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
As before
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Perfectly single-minded and entirely taken in
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Crosses C.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
As before
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
The same
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Determined to be heard because, after all, he's a man
Contains
27 words
in
3 sentences
using
131 chars
.
Talking nonsense and knowing it
Contains
52 words
in
5 sentences
using
240 chars
.
Not intending to wound; merely speaking the flat truth
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Indignant
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
C.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
As before
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
55 chars
.
Truthful even on a subtle point
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
57 chars
.
Concealing her hopes
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Simply
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Crosses R. to buffet
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
.
Gaily
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Trying to explain his state of mind, a thing he has never been able to do
Contains
40 words
in
5 sentences
using
197 chars
.
He attempts to take her hand
Gently rising and affecting a tender surprise
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Rising with her
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
25 chars
.
He suggests with his right hand the movement of a horse taking a hurdle
Very sweetly
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Carried away for the moment by so much true womanliness
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
65 chars
.
Speaking to be contradicted
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Admitting the fact
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
57 chars
.
Taking him very gently to task
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Roused by so much loveliness of soul
Contains
82 words
in
6 sentences
using
387 chars
.
As before
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
2 sentences
using
135 chars
.
Laughs, determined not to take offense
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Frankly happy that he has explained everything so neatly
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
2 sentences
using
117 chars
.
A shade piqued, but determined not to risk showing it
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
4 sentences
using
172 chars
.
With velvet irony
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Practical, as before
Contains
61 words
in
6 sentences
using
292 chars
.
He catches her hands
She slips them from him
Contains
35 words
in
5 sentences
using
167 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
He makes a second effort to catch her fingers
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Quite forgetting Cynthia
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Incapable of leaving a situation unadorned
Contains
39 words
in
3 sentences
using
183 chars
.
Pauses, and after consideration, says
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
He draws nearer to her to bring the understanding to a crisis
Soft knock up L.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Swings out of his chair and goes to sofa
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Enter Benson up L.
To Vida
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
46 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Sir Wilfrid has been turning over the roses. On hearing this, he faces about with a long stemmed one in his hand. He uses it in the following scene to point his remarks
To Benson, who stops
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
47 chars
.
Very innocently
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
A little flustered
Contains
36 words
in
2 sentences
using
182 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
To Benson
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
To Vida
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
To Benson
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Enter Brooks, L.
Contains
7 words
in
4 sentences
using
27 chars
.
Beckons him to go at once
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
He hesitates, then as Brooks comes on, he flings off with Benson
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
97 chars
.
Rather short, and visibly agitated
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Polite, but not urgent
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Doing as Vida asks
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
As before
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Agitated and suspicious
Contains
13 words
in
3 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Cynthia waves her hand through the smoke, looks at the smoke suspiciously, looks for the cigarette
Playing innocence in the first degree
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Cynthia sees the glasses up R.
Contains
14 words
in
4 sentences
using
77 chars
.
Assured, and without taking the trouble to double for a mere woman
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
87 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
With a shade of insolence
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Frank and curt
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Determined to put Cynthia in the wrong
Contains
21 words
in
1 sentence
using
92 chars
.
Looks at crop and is silent
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Enter Benson, up L.
To Vida
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Happily agitated
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
She goes up rapidly and looks out back through window
To Benson
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Looking down from the balcony with delight
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Aside to Benson
Contains
25 words
in
1 sentence
using
114 chars
.
Listens L.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Benson crosses L. Door L. opens, and John enters. John comes in slowly, carelessly. Vida whispers to Benson
Crosses, goes close to John and whispers
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Under her breath
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Not understanding
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
As before
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
The same
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
37 chars
.
A little cross
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Laughing and flattering Vida
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Fretted
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Again taking the loud upperhand
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Teasingly
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Delighted at getting a rise
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Up at window, excited and moved at seeing her mare once more
Contains
21 words
in
5 sentences
using
91 chars
.
John looks extremely dark and angry; Vida rises
To Cynthia, most gently, and seeing there's nothing to be made of John
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
112 chars
.
Exit Vida, R. John and Cynthia, tableau
Agitated and frank
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
50 chars
.
R., irritated
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
53 chars
.
Curt and agitated
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Ready to fight
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Above table. She speaks with agitation, frankness and good will
Contains
43 words
in
5 sentences
using
214 chars
.
Determined to be disagreeable
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Still frank and kind
Contains
161 words
in
11 sentences
using
707 chars
.
Turns away R., the past rankling
Contains
38 words
in
1 sentence
using
170 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Unforgiving
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
3 sentences
using
134 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Goes C., with growing emotion, and holds out her hand
Contains
48 words
in
6 sentences
using
235 chars
.
Moved, but surly
Contains
65 words
in
6 sentences
using
308 chars
.
He puffs vigorously
Contains
41 words
in
4 sentences
using
206 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
4 sentences
using
109 chars
.
Jealous and plain spoken
Contains
36 words
in
3 sentences
using
194 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
152 chars
.
Not oblivious of him, but in a low voice
Contains
75 words
in
11 sentences
using
402 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Cynical
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
.
With a touch of bitterness
Contains
37 words
in
2 sentences
using
215 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
2 sentences
using
134 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Still cynical
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
21 chars
.
Contains
43 words
in
2 sentences
using
210 chars
.
Cynical and cutting
Contains
18 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
John takes chair near Cynthia
Contains
43 words
in
5 sentences
using
210 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Working herself into a rage
Contains
17 words
in
3 sentences
using
77 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
As before
Contains
38 words
in
2 sentences
using
163 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
47 words
in
2 sentences
using
232 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
61 chars
.
Angry and plain spoken
Contains
35 words
in
4 sentences
using
167 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
With hot anger
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
67 chars
.
Laughs, pretending to a coldness he does not feel
Contains
71 words
in
8 sentences
using
338 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
2 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
70 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
With mock sympathy
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Contains
56 words
in
3 sentences
using
273 chars
.
In angry surprise
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Calm and triumphant
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Slowly and gathering herself together
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
With blazing eyes
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
3 sentences
using
138 chars
.
Pause. Cynthia has one moment of fury, then she realizes at what a disadvantage this places her. She makes an immense effort, recovers her calm, thinks hard for a moment more, and then, has suddenly an inspiration
Contains
76 words
in
7 sentences
using
355 chars
.
Looks at him
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
She laughs
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Quickly
Contains
35 words
in
5 sentences
using
164 chars
.
Uncertain and discomfited
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
31 words
in
3 sentences
using
152 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Calm and apparently at peace with the world
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
87 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
2 sentences
using
188 chars
.
Routed
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Rises
Getting the whip hand for good
Contains
67 words
in
5 sentences
using
303 chars
.
Incredulous and impatient
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Puts back chair
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
33 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Hiding her emotion under a sports-woman's manner
Contains
45 words
in
6 sentences
using
187 chars
.
Determined not to be worsted
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
40 words
in
7 sentences
using
196 chars
.
John shrugs his shoulders, and as Vida immediately speaks, Cynthia defers drinking
To Cynthia
Contains
45 words
in
3 sentences
using
214 chars
.
Enter Benson
To Vida
Contains
41 words
in
4 sentences
using
194 chars
.
Enter Sir Wilfrid
Comes from L., perplexed and annoyed
Contains
56 words
in
8 sentences
using
298 chars
.
To Vida
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Comes up to door. John hears this and moves at once. Exit Benson
To Vida
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
To John
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
To John
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
66 chars
.
Sir Wilfrid looks at her amazed
To Cynthia
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
60 chars
.
Exeunt John and Vida, L., gaily and in haste. At the same moment Cynthia drinks what she supposes to be her glass of plain soda. As it is whiskey straight, she is seized with astonishment and a fit of coughing. Sir Wilfrid relieves her of the glass
Indicating contents of glass
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
78 chars
.
Coughs
Contains
14 words
in
3 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Gets her things to go
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
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Enter Brooks
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
3 sentences
using
57 chars
.
Going
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
To Brooks, as before
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
He tips him
Bowing
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Exit Brooks
Returning to Cynthia
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
67 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Tears in her eyes
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Enter Brooks, with card
Astonished and sympathetic
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
As before
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
65 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
5 sentences
using
119 chars
.
Exit Brooks
Aware that she has no business where she is
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Telling the truth as if it were a lie
Contains
90 words
in
13 sentences
using
426 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
1 sentence
using
87 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
4 sentences
using
79 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
4 sentences
using
69 chars
.
For the first time emphasizing his H in the word
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
62 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
129 chars
.
Diverted at last from her own distress
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
3 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
48 words
in
3 sentences
using
191 chars
.
Her sporting blood fired
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Tempted
Contains
28 words
in
4 sentences
using
116 chars
.
Delighted
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
37 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Reads what he writes
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
76 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Accustomed to have things go his way
Contains
44 words
in
5 sentences
using
216 chars
.
Surly
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Cheerful as possible
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
58 chars
.
John reads it
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Positively
Contains
1 word
in
2 sentences
using
5 chars
.
Astounded
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Very gay
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Angry and outraged
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Cynthia starts, amazed at his assumption of marital authority, and delighted that she will have an opportunity of outraging his sensibilities
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Gay and not angry
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Jealous and disgusted
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
Thoroughly vexed
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
4 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Angry
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
More and more determined to arouse and excite John
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
3 sentences
using
58 chars
.
Enjoying her opportunity
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
To Cynthia
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
To Cynthia
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
To Cynthia
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
45 chars
.
Excitedly
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
He takes his stand between them and the door
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Catching at the opportunity of putting John in an impossible position
Contains
102 words
in
10 sentences
using
482 chars
.
Staggered and furious, giving way as they pass him
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Quick and dashing
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Triumphant
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Exeunt Cynthia and Sir Wilfrid
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Curtain
ACT III
The same as that of Act I, but the room has been cleared of too much furniture, and arranged for a wedding ceremony. The curtain rises on Mrs. Phillimore reclining on the sofa, L. Miss Heneage is seated left of table, R. Sudley is seated at the right of the table. Grace is seated on sofa, L. There are cushions of flowers, alcove of flowers, flowers in vase, pink and white hangings, wedding bell of roses, calla lilies, orange blossoms, a ribbon of white stretched in front of an altar of flowers; two cushions for the couple to kneel on; two candelabra at each side of back of arch on pedestals. The curtain rises. There is a momentary silence, that the audience may take in these symbols of marriage, etc. Every member of the Phillimore family is irritable, with suppressed irritation .
Impatiently
Contains
22 words
in
5 sentences
using
106 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
135 chars
.
With forced composure
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
129 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Feebly, irritated
Contains
39 words
in
2 sentences
using
189 chars
.
Mrs. Phillimore reclines again and fades away into silence
Sharply and decisively
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
62 chars
.
Mrs. Phillimore sighs. Miss Heneage keeps her temper with an effort which is obvious. Enter Thomas
To Mrs. Phillimore
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
90 chars
.
R. C., to Miss Heneage
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
67 chars
.
Slight movement from every one; Thomas steps back
Rises
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
Miss Heneage opens telegram; reads first one at a glance, lays it on salver again with a glance at Sudley. Thomas passes salver to Sadley, who takes telegram
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Feebly, confused
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
81 chars
.
As Sudley reads, Miss Heneage opens the second telegram, but does not read it
Reads
Contains
17 words
in
5 sentences
using
124 chars
.
General movement from all
Profoundly shocked
Contains
14 words
in
3 sentences
using
79 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Making a great discovery
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
5 sentences
using
108 chars
.
Rises. Sudley shrugs shoulders
Rises
Contains
28 words
in
2 sentences
using
146 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
116 chars
.
Very distant toot of an auto-horn is heard. Tableau. Auto-horn a little louder. Grace flies up stage and looks out of door R. Mrs. Phillimore does not know what to do, or where to go. Sudley crosses R., excitedly. Miss Heneage stands ready to make herself disagreeable
Speaking rapidly and with excitement
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Loud toot. Laughter and voices off back, faintly. Grace looks out of door, and then comes rapidly down L.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
58 chars
.
interrupting her
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Voices and laughter, louder. Cynthia's voice is heard off. Sir Wilfrid appears back. He turns and waits for Cynthia and Matthew. He carries wraps. He ' speaks to Cynthia, who is still off. Matthew's voice is heard and Cynthia's. Cynthia appears at back, followed by Matthew. As they appear, Cynthia speaks to Matthew, on her right. Sir Wilfrid carries a newspaper and parasol. The hat is the one she wore in Act II. She is in get-up for auto. Goggles, veil, an exquisite duster in latest Paris style. All three come down rapidly. As she appears, Sudley and Miss Heneage exclaim, and there is a general movement
To table, L.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Rises, R.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Grace remains standing above sofa. Sudley moves toward her. Miss Heneage sits. Mrs. Phillimore reclines on sofa, L. Cynthia begins to speak as soon as she appears and speaks fluently to the end
C.
Contains
68 words
in
6 sentences
using
347 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
6 sentences
using
152 chars
.
Parasol from Sir Wilfrid
Aside to Cynthia
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Imperturbably
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Cynthia comes down
Contains
19 words
in
5 sentences
using
90 chars
.
As before
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
He goes out L., quickly. More murmurs of disapprobation from family. Slight pause
Begins to take off her goggles, and comes down slowly
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Importantly
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Importantly
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Cynthia lays down goggles, and sees their severity
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
62 chars
.
Miss Heneage moves; then speaks in a perfectly ordinary natural tone, but her expression is severe. Cynthia immediately realizes the state of affairs in its fullness
To Cynthia
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
41 chars
.
Cynthia glances at table L.
Sits R. of table, composed and good tempered
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Goes up to C.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Cynthia glances at Sudley, uncertain whether he means to be disagreeable, or whether he is only naturally so
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Indifferently
Contains
4 words
in
4 sentences
using
15 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
47 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
79 chars
.
She turns expectantly to Mrs. Phillimore
Contains
20 words
in
2 sentences
using
115 chars
.
Coldly
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
82 chars
.
Affecting gaiety and unconcern
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
Exit Grace
Comes down C., vexed beyond civility. To Cynthia
Contains
33 words
in
4 sentences
using
221 chars
.
As before
Contains
26 words
in
2 sentences
using
136 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Turns to Cynthia. Gesture
With quiet irony
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
100 chars
.
Spluttering with irritation
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
77 chars
.
With powerful intention
Contains
31 words
in
2 sentences
using
144 chars
.
Despairingly
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Indignant
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
With sublime morality
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Angry and gay
Contains
20 words
in
4 sentences
using
126 chars
.
Sudley begins to prepare to leave; he buttons himself into respectability and his coat
Contains
38 words
in
1 sentence
using
211 chars
.
Getting even with him
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Sudley goes up in a rage
Rises. To Sudley
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Cynthia moves
Interrupts; maliciously
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
44 chars
.
Moves, angrily
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Even Mrs. Philhmore comes momentarily to life, and expresses silent indignation
Loftily
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Enter Philip at back with Grace. Philip looks dusty and grim. Grace, as they come in, speaksto him. Philip shakes his head. They pause up stage
Emotionally
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Comes suddenly on Philip, and speaks to him in a low tone
To Miss Heneage, determined to win
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
84 chars
.
Philip comes down two or three steps
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
76 chars
.
Furious, and speaking to Philip
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
50 chars
.
Philip angrily points him the door. Exit, L.
With weight
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Interrupts
Contains
23 words
in
3 sentences
using
113 chars
.
Philip looks witheringly at Grace
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
Exit Grace, indignantly
Contains
44 words
in
3 sentences
using
214 chars
.
As Philip and Mrs. Phillimore are about to cross, Miss Heneage speaks
Up R.
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Exit Miss Heneage. R., high and mighty, and much pleased with her quotation
Stupid and weary as usual, to Philip, as he leads her to the door, R.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Cynthia crosses L. to table
Soothing a silly mother
Contains
84 words
in
9 sentences
using
393 chars
.
Glancing at Philip, R.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Sits right of table, R.
Contains
13 words
in
4 sentences
using
64 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
37 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
21 chars
.
Philip, in a gesture, gives up
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
Contains
35 words
in
3 sentences
using
192 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
3 sentences
using
201 chars
.
With dignity
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
119 chars
.
Gravely
Contains
36 words
in
3 sentences
using
173 chars
.
Furious
Contains
20 words
in
4 sentences
using
95 chars
.
Giving a cynical opinion
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
76 words
in
10 sentences
using
428 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Politely
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
69 chars
.
Uneasy
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
44 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Twisting in the coils
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
A slight pause; trapped and seeing no way out
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
57 chars
.
Triumphant
Contains
37 words
in
7 sentences
using
192 chars
.
Hopelessly
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
.
As before
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
With leaden despair
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
66 chars
.
Amazed and disgusted by his misapprehension
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
3 chars
.
Exit Cynthia, R. Thomas enters from L.
Goes to R. table
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
79 chars
.
Thomas embarrassed
Undaunted
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
R., to Thomas, as before
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Pause. Sir Wilfrid glances at door R., and gesture
Goes to the door, examines it and returns to Philip
Contains
37 words
in
3 sentences
using
168 chars
.
Thomas exits, L.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Interrupting
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
63 chars
.
Pretending ignorance
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
.
Takes a cigar-case out; business of a dry smoke
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Calmly carrying the situation
Contains
28 words
in
5 sentences
using
126 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Touching up his American cousin in his pet vanity
Contains
40 words
in
3 sentences
using
196 chars
.
Enter Thomas
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
13 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Enter John Karslake in evening dress, carrying a large and very smart bride's bouquet which he hands to Philip. Philip takes it because he isn't up to dropping it, but gets it out of his hands as soon as he can. Philip is transfixed; John comes down C. Deep down he is feeling wounded and unhappy. But, as he knows his coming to the ceremony on whatever pretext is a social outrage, he carries it off by assuming an air of its being the most natural thing in the world. He controls the expression of his deeper emotion, but the pressure of this keeps his face grave, and he speaks with force
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Angry
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Pretending ease
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Thomas exits, L.
Puts bouquet on table. Ironically
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
26 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
57 chars
.
Throughout this scene John hides the emotions he will not show behind a daring irony. He has Philip on his left, walking about in a fury; Sir Wilfrid sits on the edge of the table, gay and undisturbed
A step toward John
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
.
Smiles and goes to Philip
Contains
27 words
in
3 sentences
using
139 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
124 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
2 sentences
using
150 chars
.
Contains
49 words
in
7 sentences
using
257 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
34 chars
.
Contains
89 words
in
6 sentences
using
394 chars
.
Brought to a standstill
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
Contains
56 words
in
4 sentences
using
280 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
80 words
in
7 sentences
using
430 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Goes to Philip, R. Philip moves to R.
Contains
33 words
in
6 sentences
using
168 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
43 words
in
4 sentences
using
222 chars
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He turns to go in despair. Enter Matthew, who, seeing Philip, speaks as he comes in from door R.
To Philip
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As he exits
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2 sentences
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35 chars
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Exit R. The choir boys are heard practicing in the next room
Mopping his brow
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9 sentences
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519 chars
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2 sentences
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1 sentence
using
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Thomas turns to go, when he stops startled
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31 chars
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Enter Vida Phillimore, in full evening dress. She steps gently to Matthew
Always piously serene
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2 sentences
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Thomas enters from R.
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With sympathetic intention
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2 sentences
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in
4 sentences
using
69 chars
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He goes out L., with Thomas, speaking. Sir Wilfrid comes to Vida. John crosses and comes down R. and watches door up L.
To Vida
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10 words
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1 sentence
using
42 chars
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With affected iciness
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2 sentences
using
96 chars
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Taken aback
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using
8 chars
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Very sweet
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1 sentence
using
30 chars
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Annoyed but civil
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1 sentence
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18 chars
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As before
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They sit
Civil but plain spoken
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
12 chars
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Voice dripping with honey
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
14 chars
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12 words
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3 sentences
using
60 chars
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8 words
in
2 sentences
using
42 chars
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From this moment Vida gives up John as an object of the chase and lets him into her other game
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10 words
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2 sentences
using
36 chars
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1 sentence
using
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Contains
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1 sentence
using
109 chars
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Contains
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in
1 sentence
using
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Looks inquiringly at Vida
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3 sentences
using
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1 sentence
using
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1 sentence
using
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Contains
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in
3 sentences
using
45 chars
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Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
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Contains
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in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
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in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
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Listens
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Enter Matthew, who goes to the inner room
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7 sentences
using
135 chars
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in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
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Overwhelmingly excited
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12 words
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4 sentences
using
54 chars
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She rises and follows him remonstratinhly
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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using
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1 sentence
using
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in
2 sentences
using
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In a rage, but beaten
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using
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The organ swells as Cynthia enters sweepingly, dressed in full evening dress for the wedding ceremony. Tableau. John, not knowing what to do, holds Vida up as a horrid necessity
Speaking as she comes on, to Matthew
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35 words
in
4 sentences
using
171 chars
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She looks for Philip and sees john with Vida in his arms. She stops short
Uneasy and embarrassed
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10 words
in
3 sentences
using
53 chars
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The organ plays on
Ironical and calm
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1 word
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1 sentence
using
5 chars
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Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
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As before
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32 words
in
6 sentences
using
168 chars
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As her Paris importation is about to suffer comes to her senses
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1 sentence
using
17 chars
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1 word
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1 sentence
using
7 chars
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Using the stock phrase as a matter of course, and reviving rapidly
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4 sentences
using
125 chars
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
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John and Cynthia exchange glances
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1 sentence
using
47 chars
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John and Vida go into the further room; John stands left of her. The organ stops. Sir Wilfrid comes down. He and Cynthia are practically alone on the stage, John and Vida are barely within sight. You first see him take her fan and give her air; then he picks up a book and reads from it to her
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1 sentence
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15 chars
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To Sir Wilfrid
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8 sentences
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297 chars
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2 sentences
using
15 chars
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Sharply
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5 sentences
using
131 chars
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3 sentences
using
116 chars
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Rises, crossing L.
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1 sentence
using
25 chars
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Exit Thomas, L.
Delightedly
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4 sentences
using
73 chars
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1 sentence
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8 chars
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1 sentence
using
23 chars
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Contains
57 words
in
6 sentences
using
266 chars
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2 words
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Contains
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in
3 sentences
using
247 chars
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Sir Wilfrid comes down
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7 sentences
using
193 chars
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1 sentence
using
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Leaning over the chair in which she sits
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in
3 sentences
using
102 chars
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Cynthia sits right of table R.
Half to herself
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in
3 sentences
using
52 chars
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Sir Wilfrid interposes between her and her view of John. Enter Thomas, who comes down R.
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2 words
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1 sentence
using
12 chars
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26 words
in
3 sentences
using
124 chars
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11 words
in
3 sentences
using
56 chars
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Thomas exits, R. door
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10 words
in
2 sentences
using
42 chars
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8 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
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Sir Wilfrid fans Cynthia
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75 words
in
11 sentences
using
380 chars
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He leans over to Cynthia
Naturally and irritably
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6 sentences
using
314 chars
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1 sentence
using
8 chars
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1 sentence
using
31 chars
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Contains
27 words
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4 sentences
using
132 chars
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8 words
in
2 sentences
using
33 chars
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Feeling sure of being accepted
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56 words
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6 sentences
using
260 chars
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Cynthia looks up, exclaims and turns. Sir Wilfrid turns
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1 sentence
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8 chars
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Contains
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4 sentences
using
301 chars
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Thinking of John and Vida and nothing else
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1 sentence
using
30 chars
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1 sentence
using
76 chars
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1 sentence
using
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Contains
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5 sentences
using
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1 sentence
using
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1 sentence
using
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in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
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in
2 sentences
using
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Always Vida and John in mind
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1 sentence
using
32 chars
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The organ begins to play softly
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1 sentence
using
252 chars
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2 sentences
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Speaks directly to her
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1 sentence
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2 sentences
using
30 chars
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in
1 sentence
using
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Who has only half listened to him
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2 sentences
using
53 chars
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5 words
in
2 sentences
using
22 chars
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Almost sobbing
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
9 chars
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Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
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Contains
39 words
in
2 sentences
using
187 chars
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John with intention and determined to stab Cynthia, kisses Vida's hand
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11 words
in
4 sentences
using
49 chars
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Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
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Vida and John come down
Affecting an impossible intimacy to wound Cynthia and tantalize Sir Wilfrid
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18 words
in
1 sentence
using
86 chars
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Starts and looks at Sir Wilfrid
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
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to Cynthia
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56 words
in
4 sentences
using
282 chars
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Organ stops
Piqued at being forgotten
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1 sentence
using
55 chars
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5 words
in
2 sentences
using
27 chars
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Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
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Striking while the iron is hot
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1 sentence
using
41 chars
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1 sentence
using
3 chars
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Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
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Uncertain
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8 words
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1 sentence
using
36 chars
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Calm and determined
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
19 chars
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Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
48 chars
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Overwhelmed with grief and emotion
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18 words
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1 sentence
using
94 chars
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
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Hastily, to get rid of him
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2 sentences
using
50 chars
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Calm, and not to be laid low
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4 words
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3 sentences
using
34 chars
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She gives him back his watch
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8 words
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2 sentences
using
37 chars
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Standing C. and making a general appeal for information
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in
5 sentences
using
272 chars
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Exeunt Sir Wilfrid and Vida, L. door
Gravely to Cynthia, who comes down
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12 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
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Contains
18 words
in
4 sentences
using
91 chars
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Gravely
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
17 chars
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Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
69 chars
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Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
76 chars
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Rushing into speech
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43 words
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5 sentences
using
229 chars
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
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Quickly
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57 words
in
5 sentences
using
280 chars
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Banteringly
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9 words
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1 sentence
using
41 chars
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Unable to quiet her jealousy
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33 words
in
3 sentences
using
183 chars
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Cynthia, full stop; faces John
Sharply
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15 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
Contains
42 words
in
3 sentences
using
187 chars
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Too angry to be amused
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19 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
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Contains
39 words
in
4 sentences
using
170 chars
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Quicky on her last word but speaking gravely
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12 words
in
3 sentences
using
57 chars
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Startled by his tone
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
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Insistently and with a faint hope
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
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4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Interrupting her; proud, serious and strong
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78 words
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5 sentences
using
379 chars
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Wounded to the heart
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5 words
in
2 sentences
using
26 chars
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With unrestrained emotion
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33 words
in
1 sentence
using
159 chars
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Weakly
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Low and with intensity
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18 words
in
1 sentence
using
97 chars
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Unable to face him and pretending not to understand him
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
More forcibly and with manly emotion
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in
2 sentences
using
237 chars
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He exits quickly, L. Cynthia crosses to armchair and sinks into it. She trembles as if she were overdone. Voices are heard speaking in the next room. Enter Matthew and Miss Heneage, R. Enter Philip, R. Cynthia is so sunk in the chair they do not see her. Miss Heneage goes up to sofa back and waits. They all are dressed for an evening reception and Philip in the traditional bridegroom's rig — large buttonhole, etc.
As he enters
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29 words
in
2 sentences
using
155 chars
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With pompous responsibility
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Matthew gives glance around room
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14 words
in
2 sentences
using
72 chars
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Indicates table and chairs. Thomas hastens to move chairs and table L. against wall. Philip comes down
Looking for her
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Cynthia rises. Philip sees her when she moves and crosses toward her, but stops. Organ stops
Faintly
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
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Matthew comes down. Organ plays softly
Coming to Cynthia
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22 words
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2 sentences
using
106 chars
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13 words
in
3 sentences
using
74 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
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Desperately calm
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10 words
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1 sentence
using
47 chars
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Organ stops. Philip remains uneasily up L. Mrs. Phillimore and Grace enter back slowly, as cheerfully as if they were going to hear the funeral service read. They remain up L.
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21 words
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1 sentence
using
132 chars
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As before
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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She sits
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12 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
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Too agitated to know how much she is moved
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
18 chars
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Piously sure that everything is for the best
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3 words
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1 sentence
using
16 chars
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12 words
in
1 sentence
using
66 chars
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1 word
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1 sentence
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Desperate and with sudden explosion
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2 sentences
using
127 chars
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
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Cynthia speaks more rapidly and with growing excitement. Matthew goes up to C. and near the choir boys
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18 words
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2 sentences
using
80 chars
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1 word
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1 sentence
using
8 chars
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He moves to take his stand for the ceremony
Looks at Philip. To Cynthia
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3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Philip comes down C. The organ plays the wedding march
To herself, as if at bay
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3 words
in
3 sentences
using
20 chars
.
Contains
39 words
in
8 sentences
using
213 chars
.
The organ plays Mendelssohn's wedding march. Cynthia turns and faces Miss Heneage. Miss Heneage comes C. slowly, and extends her hand in her readiness to lead the bride to the altar
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2 words
in
2 sentences
using
14 chars
.
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1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Matthew steps forward two or three steps. Cynthia stands turned to stone
Contains
42 words
in
4 sentences
using
218 chars
.
The organ is louder
At this moment, just as she reaches Philip, she stops, faces round, looks him, Matthew and the rest in the face and cries out in despair
Contains
52 words
in
7 sentences
using
245 chars
.
Watching her in dismay as she throws on her cloak
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4 words
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1 sentence
using
20 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
59 words
in
8 sentences
using
296 chars
.
Cynthia goes to door R., rapidly; Matthew, in absolute amazement, throws up his arms. Philip is rigid. Mrs. Phillimore sinks into a chair. Miss Heneage supercilious and unmoved. Grace the same. The choir, at Matthew's gesture, mistakes it for the concerted signal, and bursts lustily into the Epithalamis
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13 words
in
3 sentences
using
75 chars
.
Curtain
ACT IV
John Karslake's study and smoking-room. Bay window up R. Door R. to stairs and the front door of house. Door L., at back, leading to the dining-room. Fireplace down L., and mantel. 'Phone down L. Bookcase containing law books and sporting books. Full-length portrait of Cynthia on the wall, R. Nothing of this portrait is seen by audience except the gilt frame and a space of canvas. A large table with writing materials is littered over with law books, sporting books, papers, pipes, crops, a pair of spurs, etc. A wedding ring lies on it. There are three very low easy-chairs. The general appearance of the room is extremely gay and garish in color. It has the easy confusion of a man's room. A small table R. On this table is a woman's sewing-basket. The sewing-basket is open. A piece of rich fancy work lies on the table, as if a lady had just risen from sewing. On the corner are a lady's gloves. On a chair-back is a lady's hat. It is a half hour later than the close of Act III. Curtains are drawn over window. Lamp on table L., lighted. Electric lights about room also lighted. One chair down R. is conspicuously standing on its head. Curtain rises on Nogam, who busies himself at table, back. Door at back is half open .
Comes in door L., up
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8 words
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1 sentence
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Contains
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1 sentence
using
11 chars
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Contains
23 words
in
7 sentences
using
134 chars
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Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
75 chars
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Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
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Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
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Speaking as she come on
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19 words
in
3 sentences
using
97 chars
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Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
98 chars
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Surprised
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2 words
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1 sentence
using
8 chars
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In an aside to Vida, as they move right to appear to be out of Nogam's hearing
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25 words
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1 sentence
using
141 chars
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Nogam evidently takes this in
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
19 chars
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Contains
26 words
in
1 sentence
using
116 chars
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Contains
61 words
in
4 sentences
using
297 chars
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Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
156 chars
.
Vida goes out. Sir Wilfrid sees her through door, but stops to speak to Nogam
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18 words
in
3 sentences
using
93 chars
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He follows Vida
To Sir Wilfrid
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Door R. opens. Enter Fiddler
Easy and business-like
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20 words
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2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
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5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
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Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Whispers
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20 words
in
2 sentences
using
110 chars
.
Gesture as of giving an ecclesiastical blessing
Amazed
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17 words
in
4 sentences
using
84 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
108 chars
.
Proud of being in the know
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28 words
in
4 sentences
using
129 chars
.
Fiddler goes down R. and is about to set chair on its legs
Quickly
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8 words
in
2 sentences
using
41 chars
.
Puts chair down in surprise
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
3 sentences
using
207 chars
.
A bell rings outside
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8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
42 words
in
6 sentences
using
199 chars
.
Nogam goes out back, and shuts door. Enter John Karslake, R. He looks downhearted, his hat is pushed over his eyes. His hands in his pockets. He enters slowly and heavily. Sees Fiddler, who salutes, forgetting letter. John comes L. and sits in armchair at study table
Speaking as he walks to his chair
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2 words
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1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Pause. John throws himself into a chair, keeps his hat on. Throws down gloves; sighs
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9 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
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Drearily
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3 words
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2 sentences
using
18 chars
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7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
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Grumpy
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1 word
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1 sentence
using
3 chars
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
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Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
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Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
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Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
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Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
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Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
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Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
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Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
58 chars
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
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Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
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Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
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John takes letter; opens it and reads it, indifferently at first
As he opens letter
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35 words
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7 sentences
using
180 chars
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John listens
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9 words
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1 sentence
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42 chars
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2 words
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1 sentence
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15 chars
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2 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
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Looks at letter; speaks into 'phone
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6 words
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2 sentences
using
28 chars
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Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
47 chars
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At the 'phone
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16 words
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2 sentences
using
96 chars
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Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Still at the 'phone
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12 words
in
4 sentences
using
75 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Turning on Fiddler
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50 words
in
9 sentences
using
249 chars
.
Hangs up receiver; falls back in chair. For a moment he is overcome. Takes up telephone book
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
66 chars
.
Turning over the leaves of the telephone book in hot haste
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5 words
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1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
As before
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25 words
in
5 sentences
using
122 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
4 sentences
using
84 chars
.
Enter Sir Wilfrid, back
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7 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Still in his agitation unable to find Phillimore's number
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17 words
in
3 sentences
using
87 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
2 sentences
using
95 chars
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Rises; turns
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Exeunt John and Sir Wilfrid
Voice off
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A moment's pause, and Cynthia enters. She comes in very quietly, almost shyly, and as if she were uncertain of her welcome
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Rattled
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Rising and going to the door through which John left the stage; she turns the key in the lock and takes it out
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Same business; absent-mindedly
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Throughout this scene she gives the idea that she is saying good-bye to her life with John
R. C.
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L. C.
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L. C. down
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Gently but decidedly
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6 sentences
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Contains
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As she speaks her last word John comes on
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Confused
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Cheerfully
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5 sentences
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Enter Vida, back L.
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In time to see her kiss John
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5 sentences
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155 chars
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Cynthia is more and more puzzled
To John
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49 words
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7 sentences
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257 chars
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Exit Vida. John follows Vida off
To Cynthia
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7 sentences
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367 chars
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Outside; calling him
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14 chars
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Loyal to the woman who has caught him
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Reenter John. Sir Wilfrid nods to him and goes off. John shuts door and crosses L. A pause
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Pause
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She moves to the door
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Indignantly
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A pause
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In a matter of course tone
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Taking his tone from her
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13 chars
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29 chars
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3 sentences
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Talking at random
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Changes his tone
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Shamefacedly
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Shakes her head
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Business with pipe. Sits on arm of chair right of table L.
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He indicates L. Cynthia shakes her head. John smokes pipe and remains seated
Suddenly and quickly
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John takes this as if he were simply glad to have the information
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24 chars
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A pause
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Reasonably, sweetly, and in doubt
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Comes a step to her
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Contains
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John crosses rapidly, sets chair on its legs. Change of tone
While setting chair on its legs, R.
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Nervously
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24 chars
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Rises
Goes up to window
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Laughs
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Wounded by his seeming indifference
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Reflectively
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Pointedly but with good temper
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Leans over the armchair to talk to her
After a pause
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4 sentences
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Cynthia laughs and wipes her eyes
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Contains
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Laughs
Laughing too
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Nogam, trying to catch their attention, comes down R. corner, right of table R.
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He speaks almost gravely and with finality
Trembling
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He points to the street
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He points to the door
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Goes up. He calls out of window, having opened it
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Pause. John comes down. Tableau. John bursts into laughter. Cynthia looks dazed. He closes door
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Contains
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Cynthia crosses to chair beside table R., left of it, and sits
Faintly
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John exits L., upper door, leaving it open
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Speaks as he comes down R.
To herself
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Above table by this time
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She eats; he waits on her, setting this and that before her
Goes to door R., up; opens it and speaks off
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Off stage
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Back to above table; from here on he shows his feelings for her
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Faintly
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Hardly eating at all
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Tremulously
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He pours out a glass for himself
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Raising glass
Very tremulous
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11 chars
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34 chars
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Very tenderly
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6 chars
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Contains
8 words
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1 sentence
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40 chars
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Contains
14 words
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58 chars
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Laughing
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29 chars
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Laughs; drinks
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29 chars
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5 chars
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Reminiscent
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14 words
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1 sentence
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64 chars
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Nods
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5 words
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2 sentences
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24 chars
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Half rises
Going up to the window
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3 chars
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Sits again
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19 chars
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4 words
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19 chars
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Contains
1 word
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3 chars
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Contains
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1 sentence
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45 chars
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Contains
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9 chars
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Contains
5 words
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1 sentence
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Contains
25 words
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2 sentences
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Contains
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4 chars
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Contains
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2 sentences
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37 chars
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Rises, crosses to L. chair, where she has left cloak. She sees that John will not help her and puts it on herself
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Embarrassed and agitated
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Contains
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4 sentences
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338 chars
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Turns to go out R. upper
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Stopping to hear
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5 chars
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Serious
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10 words
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40 chars
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Contains
1 word
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4 chars
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Contains
21 words
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1 sentence
using
107 chars
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Contains
3 words
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using
13 chars
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Contains
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44 chars
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Contains
1 word
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5 chars
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Contains
12 words
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3 sentences
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75 chars
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Looks at him a moment; then speaks
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Pause
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74 chars
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Pause
With rapture
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using
13 chars
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She sinks into the armchair
Nods. Half laughingly
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24 chars
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Nods. Pause
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31 chars
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Gently
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1 sentence
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17 chars
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Moves C.
Quietly enters door R.
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12 chars
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Exits; Cynthia rises
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33 chars
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Cynthia hesitates
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3 words
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21 chars
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Contains
15 words
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2 sentences
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70 chars
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Contains
13 words
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1 sentence
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61 chars
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Contains
3 words
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1 sentence
using
12 chars
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Bursting into tears
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11 words
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1 sentence
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50 chars
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Contains
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1 sentence
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18 chars
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Contains
9 words
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1 sentence
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36 chars
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Contains
3 words
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1 sentence
using
10 chars
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Contains
26 words
in
5 sentences
using
129 chars
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She sobs and he takes her in his arms
Very tenderly
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25 words
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5 sentences
using
115 chars
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He draws her gently to a chair
Wiping her tears
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3 words
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2 sentences
using
15 chars
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Contains
11 words
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2 sentences
using
48 chars
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Contains
18 words
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1 sentence
using
92 chars
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Contains
11 words
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2 sentences
using
52 chars
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Contains
11 words
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2 sentences
using
44 chars
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She wipes her eyes. John takes out wedding ring from his pocket; he lifts a wine glass, drops the ring into it and offers her the glass
Contains
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1 sentence
using
8 chars
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Looking at it and wiping her eyes
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using
11 chars
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Contains
1 word
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1 sentence
using
12 chars
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Contains
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1 sentence
using
30 chars
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Contains
6 words
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1 sentence
using
26 chars
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Contains
7 words
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2 sentences
using
35 chars
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He slides the ring out of the glass and and puts his arm about Cynthia. He slips the ring on to her finger and, as he kisses her hand, says
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using
18 chars
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Curtain