standard of comfort

Example Sentences

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Mean and comfortless dwellings imply not only a low standard of comfort, but often a low morality.

From The Contemporary Review, Volume 36, November 1879 by Various

But while the general standard of comfort has been rising, the proportion of the population who are unable to obtain it has been diminishing.

From Contemporary Socialism by Rae, John

A high standard of comfort and efficient work is the cheapest way of living in the long run.

From Household Administration Its Place in the Higher Education of Women by Various

But much more investigation than has yet been possible would be necessary before it could be determined whether these instances of a higher standard of comfort are or are not exceptions to a general rule.

From Household Administration Its Place in the Higher Education of Women by Various

But even making these admissions, his words seem to be evidence of a standard of comfort higher in some respects than could be attained by the corresponding classes to-day.

From Household Administration Its Place in the Higher Education of Women by Various