Example Sentences

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That day, the Misers learned that their daughter will likely be Ringling’s next human cannon ball in the new, animal-free show.

From New York Times • May 18, 2022

As many city dwellers will head outdoors for barbecues and fireworks, it’s a perfect time for left-behind Misers to get reacquainted with the city’s museums.

From New York Times • Jul. 2, 2015

Misers get up early in the morning; and burglars, I am informed, get up the night before.

From Tremendous Trifles by Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith)

Misers have no belief in a future life; the present is their all in all.

From Eugenie Grandet by Wormeley, Katharine Prescott

I'll hold my evening session for Misers a moment longer.

From Mortmain by Train, Arthur Cheny