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TO BE completely ruined is so crashing and so stunning that the very shock of the blow might destroy all sensation. To be consciously and nearly ruined is not so pleasant a sensation.
Garry went over his bets for the tenth time, totted up the amount on a sheet of paper, again mentally reviewed his financial position and gave a reluctant agreement to his own stability.