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"We are anxious to reach civilization, Professor," said Bentley, deciding to be placative with the old man.

Unusual celestial phenomena, such as eclipses, meteors, and comets, have always excited terror, being referred to some hostile supernatural agency, and have called forth special placative and restrictive ceremonies.

The little man's voice was placative; his manner gravely ingratiating.

"Walter, let's dance just once more," Alice said, touching his arm placatively.

Penrod's answer, like the look he lifted to the impressive stranger, was meek and placative.