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Meanings of say manfully in English

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Usage of say manfully in English
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He said what he had to say manfully and well.
American Notes
2
The words were said manfully, and there was a general feeling of respect.
Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, July, 1851
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That was said manfully and like a true soldier.
At War with Pontiac; Or, The Totem of the Bear: A Tale of Redcoa...
4
What's a box on the ear? he said manfully.
Pelle the Conqueror — Complete
5
The boy clung to his father's breast, and said manfully, "I will try!"
"My Novel" — Volume 12
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'It's mebbe soom one in trouble,' he said manfully, every limb trembling.
The History of David Grieve
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He saw himself spending it at the crossroads store, and, tucking his boat up under his arm, said manfully:
Treasure and Trouble Therewith: A Tale of California
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Archie seemed much impressed, and said manfully, He won't have done that in vain so far as I'm concerned.
Eight Cousins
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"Don't be scared," he said manfully; "I wouldn't let anybody hurt you.
Pee-wee Harris
10
"You have discovered an excellent way of punishing me," he said manfully, "and I submit.
Tommy and Grizel
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"We just can't make it, Dave, old man," he said manfully, as he caught his tearful wife's outstretched hand in his.
Andrew the Glad