GRAVE in THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES

13 uses

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1 —7 uses as in:
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

he said gravely, "that is very serious indeed!"
Adventure II — The Red-Headed League (32% in)

gravely = in a serious and solemn manner

"I am glad to hear you say so," said Holmes gravely.
Adventure IV — The Boscombe Valley Mystery (86% in)
With a grave face he lit the lamp and led the way down the corridor.
Adventure VIII — The Adventure of the Speckled Band (89% in)
His features were gravely set, but there was a light in his eye which made me think that he had not been disappointed in his conclusions.
Adventure X — The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor (68% in)
Holmes shook his head gravely.
Adventure XII — The Adventure of the Copper Beeches (31% in)
"And she would need to be," said Holmes gravely.
Adventure XII — The Adventure of the Copper Beeches (32% in)
But Holmes shook his head gravely.
Adventure XII — The Adventure of the Copper Beeches (38% in)

There are no more uses of "grave" flagged with this meaning in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.

Typical Usage (best examples)

? —6 uses
exact meaning not specified

My friend rose now and paced up and down the room, his hands in his pockets, and an expression of the most profound gravity upon his face.
Adventure XII — The Adventure of the Copper Beeches (79% in)

"Grave enough!" said Mr. Jabez Wilson.
Adventure II — The Red-Headed League (47% in)
A professional case of great gravity was engaging my own attention at the time, and the whole of next day I was busy at the bedside of the sufferer.
Adventure III — A Case of Identity (68% in)
It must be confessed, however, that the case looks exceedingly grave against the young man, and it is very possible that he is indeed the culprit.
Adventure IV — The Boscombe Valley Mystery (15% in)
I am much indebted to you, sir, for a Scotch bonnet is fitted neither to my years nor my gravity.
Adventure VII — The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle (53% in)
He followed me to my room, however, that night with a very grave face.
Adventure XI — The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet (29% in)

There are no more uses of "grave" in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.

Typical Usage (best examples)

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