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— Stephen Crane

I looked here;

I looked there;

Nowhere could I see my love.

And--this time--

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noun

(usually a mass noun) Lodging in a dwelling or similar living quarters afforded to travellers in hotels or on cruise ships, or prisoners, etc.

“Writers often choose accommodation when discussing complex ideas.”

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A Gentleman

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Edward Thomas
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HE has robbed two clubs. The judge at SalisburyCan't give him more than he undoubtedlyDeserves. The scoundrel! Look at his photograph!A lady-killer! Hanging's too good by halfFor such as he." So said the stranger, oneWith crimes yet undiscovered or undone.But at the inn the Gipsy dame began:"Now he was what I call a gentleman.He went along with Carrie, and when sheHad a baby he paid up so readilyHis half a crown. Just like him. A crown'd have beenMore like him. For I never knew him mean.Oh! but he was such a nice gentleman. Oh!Last time we met he said if me and JoeWas anywhere near we must be sure and call.He put his arms around our Amos allAs if he were his own son. I pray GodSave him from justice! Nicer man never trod."
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