They remember his subornings, menacings, bribings, cuttings, maimings, hangings, and burnings.

Now I realize how ridiculous and almost impertinent it was to expect New Yorkers to accept such a ragged performance for they have always demanded the best and do not tolerate the second-rate."

He polished up the chrome until it gleamed.

[Man] is liable to a great many inconveniences.