nearly two to one
In saying this , I feel that I am speaking for our entire company . '' The girl tossed her head scornfully . `` There are three hundred and forty men , '' she said , `` as you shall find to your cost , if you dare attack the fort . '' `` In that case , '' replied Nelson , `` you are nearly two to one , and I venture to think that we have not come up the river for nothing . '' `` What braggarts you English are ! '' `` Is it bragging to welcome a stirring fight ? Are you well provided with cannon ? ''