Irrepressibility
386. Irrepressibility
- Bell for Adano, A Joppolo’s stress on democracy overcomes superior’s arrogance. [Am. Lit.: A Bell for Adano ]
- Grapes of Wrath, The Ma cries, “We ain’ gonna die out.” [Am. Lit.: The Grapes of Wrath ]
- Little Orphan Annie a most irrepressible waif. [Comics: Horn, 459]
- March, Augie man’s “refusal to lead a disappointed life.” [Am. Lit.: The Adventures of Augie March ]
Irresolution (See INDECISION .)
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