there was enough noise to discourage conversation and encourage thought. (Location 86)
meal should always lie lightly on the estomac,’ said Poirot. ‘It should not be so heavy as to paralyse thought.’ (Location 845)
obstreperous.’ (Location 1244)
- Note: Noisy and difficult to control
Sensationalism dies quickly—fear is long-lived.’ (Location 2229)
it is incredible how often things force one to do the thing one would like to do.’ (Location 2759)