His father didn't sound surprised, but then, he'd raised four sons who all walked the wild side of life.

You remember the first day we met, when I said your father sounded like a man who understood the business of ruling, not just looting?

His father sounded just as upset by this turn of events, although for different reasons.

His father is still sounding the same note, declaring: "You want to be somebody?

His father didn't sound hysterical, but there was an odd note in his voice.

Her father didn't sound convinced, but Mercy reckoned he would do his part when it was time.

Cincinnatus nodded, but he was less happy than his father sounded.

Be his eyes, my father had said, and that sounded good.

Your father sounds as if he was a very wise man.

Your father sounds rather barbarous, but like an ethical man.