With the Scotch, often, the confusion is natural between thrift and conscience.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
They only thought it-they believed it- He put his hand to his head as if to brush away the confusion which staggered him.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
"Very well, sir; that's enough," said Scanlan, speaking rapidly, and like one anxious to overcome his confusion by an effort.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever