The other three, lighted in the same manner, better and better as they ascended, formed each a series of small pleasant rooms, opening upon the several stories, and for the most part were fitted as the sleeping-rooms of the various officers.
— from Wager of Battle: A Tale of Saxon Slavery in Sherwood Forest by Henry William Herbert

And finally, when states prove reluctant or unwilling to meet their international obligations to deny support and sanctuary to terrorists, the United States, in cooperation with friends and allies, or if necessary, acting independently, will take appropriate steps to convince them to change their policies.
— from National Strategy for Combating Terrorism February 2003 by United States. Executive Office of the President

She went downstairs, and presently returned with a plate of small, sweet cakes, which she placed rather ostentatiously upon the table.
— from Brooke's Daughter: A Novel by Adeline Sergeant

Ransome's box was on a small pier run out upon the main floor, in such a situation that every vehicle leaving or entering must pass it and report.
— from A Man's Hearth by Eleanor M. (Eleanor Marie) Ingram