passably

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"Passably," he replied in a slightly sullen tone.

From The Firing Line by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)

Passably well," said I. "It lies toward the edge of the claret country; but it grows astonishing claret.

From News from the Duchy by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir

"Passably, madam," answered Wayland; "he hath at least no bodily complaint."

From Kenilworth by Scott, Walter, Sir

Passably good-looking, I allow, but not—not like you!'

From Mrs. Geoffrey by Duchess

"Passably well but ever I seem to be a messenger of momentous tidings to thee, whether of good or evil."

From The Winning of the Golden Spurs by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)