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
He let his hands fall to his sides; he was more than ever distortedly womanlike, almost visibly possessed and driven by his single purpose.
From Those Who Smiled And Eleven Other Stories by Perceval Gibbon
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
Nanette, womanlike, cried many times during the nights because of the lack of a mirror and a comb for her untidy hair.
From Astounding Stories of Super-Science, October, 1930 by Various
Robert tossed his head and looked ferocious, while Peggy peered in his rugged face, and, womanlike, admired him the more for his determination.
From About Peggy Saville by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey
