All the self-possession and promptitude of the Indians returned in a moment.

Lacheneur saw the snare; he regained his self-possession as if by magic.

He soon recovered his self-possession, and took measures against the general peril.

The movement to the supper-table gave Emily time for reflection and self-possession.

I am calm because I see the need of self-possession and reflection.

Philip had recovered his self-possession by the time he reached the turn.

He faced the tormenting group on the porch with almost faultless self-possession.

She had the perfect self-possession that familiarity with the best society gives.

On another occasion I saw his self-possession tried in a different way.

The even tone and perfect self-possession of the young man reassured her.

It was the only time I ever saw her lose her self-possession.

A few minutes was sufficient for Philip to resume his natural self-possession.

Moreover, she was a little afraid of him; his self-possession was extraordinary.

For once the barrister was startled out of his usual quiet self-possession.

All her self-possession came back to her at the sight of him.

It was a long interrogation, but Helene faced it with notable self-possession.