I was pretty sure, however, that there was wind behind them, for if the roll of the ocean did not signify heavy weather near to, then what else it Betokened I could not imagine.
"The Frozen Pirate"
W. Clark Russell
While he was thus engaged, Larry brought up the warm water and the cup of steaming coffee, and, with a look at the major's back which Betokened anything but respect, because it was not a glass of whisky, placed the jug and cup on the table.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
He drank his in a manner which Betokened that the occupation afforded him no enjoyment, and, full of his own troubles, was in no mood to discuss anything else.
"At Sunwich Port, Complete"
W.W. Jacobs