Hamper bent to Dunbar and whispered, beerily, in his ear . . .

Given that Clostridium tetani can be transmitted by a simple splinter or insect bite, your best defense is to be up to date on your vaccination […] If you're due for a 10-year booster or don't know if you're due, see your G.P. ASAP.

I unbuttoned my shirt to take it off.

The future of the company is in doubt now that the founder has died.