( Dickens The Pickwick papers ) It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home incharge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under theguidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be heldthat trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, andinoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement.
( Dickens The Pickwick papers ) The basket having been repacked, and it being found perfectly impossibleto awaken Mr. Pickwick from his torpor, some discussion took placewhether it would be better for Mr. Weller to wheel his master backagain, or to leave him where he was, until they should all be ready toreturn.