Viewed biostatistically, some people seem better off because they are kept alive longer and in better condition.

the broken bureau-lock and tinkered window-pane

Margio … would go back to their kampong and look for gifts for her.

Do you feel inclined to have a knock in for an hour? said Charles, addressing Tom. I don't understand much of the game. […] He was seldom indeed without two good trumps, and therefore almost invariably loo'd those who stood.