discompose

Example Sentences

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This did not seem to discompose him; on the contrary, he looked rather amused.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling

"I have had something more than fatigue to discompose me," answered I, sobbing; "and I think I have some reproaches to make you, for not attending me home as you promised."

From The Sylph, Volume I and II by Cavendish, Georgiana

It may be he is right: it is not for me to gainsay him, or to further discompose his temper, when all the evidence is so plainly visible.

From Seeds of Pine by Canuck, Janey

I do not wish to discompose you, Madam," said Mr. Talton, coolly; "pray be seated.

From The Mysterious Wanderer, Vol. III A Novel in Three Volumes by Reeve, Sophia

The conduct of an husband can not discompose a Lady of sense.

From The Sylph, Volume I and II by Cavendish, Georgiana