"Compliable" Quotes from Famous Books
... But of all mortals in the way of passengers, the bagman or go-between is my greatest animosity. These fellows will sit up all night, if the captain consents, and lie abed next day, and do nothing but drink in their berths. Now, this time we have a compliable set, and on the whole, it is quite a condescension and pleasure to ... — Homeward Bound - or, The Chase • James Fenimore Cooper |