Acquirements
in sentence
4 examples of Acquirements in a sentence
Katy drew up in evident displeasure, and prompt to vindicate her character for more lofty acquirements, she said,-"'Twas not a common use that I put that needle to - but one of much greater virtue."
Miss Temple, through all changes, had thus far continued superintendent of the seminary: to her instruction I owed the best part of my acquirements; her friendship and society had been my continual solace; she had stood me in the stead of mother, governess, and, latterly, companion.
"If J.E., who advertised in the _---shire Herald_ of last Thursday, possesses the
acquirements
mentioned, and if she is in a position to give satisfactory references as to character and competency, a situation can be offered her where there is but one pupil, a little girl, under ten years of age; and where the salary is thirty pounds per annum.
Gentlemen especially are often in request on such occasions; and Mr. Rochester is so talented and so lively in society, that I believe he is a general favourite: the ladies are very fond of him; though you would not think his appearance calculated to recommend him particularly in their eyes: but I suppose his
acquirements
and abilities, perhaps his wealth and good blood, make amends for any little fault of look."
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