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
His imperturbability roused her curiosity, his indifference to her beauty piqued her, and, womanlike, she exerted herself to rouse his interest that she might punish him.
From The Argus Pheasant by John Charles Beecham
Betty, womanlike, was first to think of the doctor.
From Sure Pop and the Safety Scouts by Roy Rutherford Bailey
When the bold demand Comes from this hero for her heart and hand, In blush and smile her answer may be guessed; Yet, womanlike, she puts him to the test!
From Indian Legends of Minnesota by Mrs. Cordenio A. Severance
Almost the first thing Francezka, womanlike, asked of Madame Riano was, whether she had saved their boxes.
From Francezka by Molly Elliot Seawell
