Meaning of no better than one ought to be | Babel Free

Definitions

Sexually promiscuous.

comparative-only, dated, euphemistic

Examples

“There were no whisperings, even from his opponents, that he was no better than he ought to be. Because, there was nothing wrong on which to hang a charge. As an eloquent orator, he carried with him the firm support of a good name.”

“After dinner she went directly to Melissa. “Mellie,” she said, “do you know, I've good reason for thinking this woman you've got is no better than she ought to be. Think of that, and you sick, and Abraham exposed to temptation.””

“Everybody agreed that though nothing was known concerning Mrs. Markwood, she was no better than she ought to be.”

““H’mph!” said the lady. “Film-actors, by the look of yer. And” (with a withering glance at Harriet’s furs) “no better than you should be, I’ll be bound.””

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