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“I’ll not be trifled with, Aunt Lizzie. Never again!”

James Finial, The Misadventures of Caroline.

“Wow,” said Darren. “And I do mean wow! It is so cool! And I say ‘cool’ for no particular reason. It’s just that I said ‘wow’ twice, and I like to keep my wows and my cools somewhat balanced. Hey, I’m a Boomer!”

Stacie Knotts, Crazy Days.

Harry wants to be admired, you see. And if not for succeeding at something, then for failing. Either way.

Anselm Bligh, A Collection of Miniatures.