But she did keep me alway very low-lying; and truly I scarce to mind; for I was not gotten enough of my strength, to give me to feel irked.
"The Night Land"
William Hope Hodgson
It was a jolt to his pride to have his attentions thus ignored, but what irked him most was the fact that he was stopped, by reason of his deceit, from making any direct inquiries that might lead to a further acquaintance with the girl.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach
The man was piqued, for suspicion irked him.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach