There was a busy , disputatious about it, instead of the accustomed phlegm and drowsy tranquility.
他们都带着一种忙碌、慌乱, 好争论的神气,一点也不象往日那样心平气和并且保持着昏沉沉的宁静.
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"a style described as abrasive and contentious"
"a disputatious lawyer"
"a litigious and acrimonious spirit"