The misfortune was, from infancy upwards, Shirley and he had disagreed on the meaning of the words "suitable" and "proper." She never yet had accepted his definition; and it was doubtful whether, in the most important step of her life, she would consent to accept it.

Unfortunately, Shirley and he had always disagreed on the meaning of the word "suitable." She had never yet accepted his definition; and it was doubtful whether she would now.
