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Her manner was grave.
Definition
serious and/or solemn
The exact meaning of this sense of grave can depend upon its context. For example:
- "This is a grave problem," or "a situation of the utmost gravity." — important, dangerous, or causing worry
- "She was in a grave mood upon returning from the funeral." — sad or solemn
- "She looked me in the eye and gravely promised." — in a sincere and serious manner
- "It is very charming indeed," said Isabella, with a grave face.Chapter 16 (81% in)
- "I see what you think of me," said he gravely—"I shall make but a poor figure in your journal tomorrow."Chapter 3 (30% in)
- "It is very pretty, madam," said he, gravely examining it; "but I do not think it will wash well; I am afraid it will fray."Chapter 3 (69% in)
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- But not one of these grave reflections troubled the tranquillity of Catherine.Chapter 10 (39% in)
- In that interval the plan was completed, and as soon as she came again, her agreement was demanded; but instead of the gay acquiescence expected by Isabella, Catherine looked grave, was very sorry, but could not go.Chapter 13 (7% in)
- Catherine looked grave.Chapter 14 (78% in)
- She saw him grave and uneasy; and however careless of his present comfort the woman might be who had given him her heart, to her it was always an object.Chapter 19 (14% in)
- Perceiving her still to look doubtful and grave, he added, "Though Frederick does not leave Bath with us, he will probably remain but a very short time, perhaps only a few days behind us.Chapter 19 (84% in)
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