womanlike

Example Sentences

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“We wanted to make ourselves look pretty and attractive and womanlike, in spite of the uniform,” said Nina Shebalina, a mechanic in the 586th Regiment.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

She sank down on the stump of a tree and, burying her face in her hands, gave way, womanlike, to a torrent of tears.

From By Right of Conquest A Novel by Hornblow, Arthur

It was foolish in him, with her Harold there; still it was something to be rewarded, somehow, and, womanlike, she tendered the contemplation of her inaccessibility in his rival's bliss.

From Tonio, Son of the Sierras A Story of the Apache War by Post, Charles J.

Yet, womanlike, she tried to hide her little worries, to make light of her girlish grief, and turn a brave face to the world.

From Silver Pitchers: and Independence A Centennial Love Story by Alcott, Louisa May

Then, consciously womanlike, she sought relief in talk.

From Tree, Spare that Woodman by Dryfoos, Dave