pseudo-helpless

Updated: August 29, 2026

Then as per the schedule in force for at least an epoch good-natured, pot-bellied Tom Hingman, the oldest A.D.A. in the office, rose heavily, fumbled with his stubby fingers among the blue indictments on the table, drew one forth, panted a few times, gasped out "People against Daniel Lowry," and looked round in a pseudo-helpless way as if not knowing exactly what to do.

Arthur Cheney Train - By Advice of Counsel