Adam's ale
Example Sentences
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A cooling plunge at the break of day, A paddle, a row, or sail, With always a fish for a mid-day dish, And plenty of Adam's ale.
From The Ontario Readers Third Book by Ontario. Ministry of Education
“Sling along the Adam’s ale, old girl,” said Jim at this point in her reverie.
From The Stronger Influence by Young, F.E. Mills
They had a special objection to carrying fresh water, and nearly always bolted when they discovered it was "Adam's ale" that was swishing about on the outside of their hump.
From "Over There" with the Australians by Knyvett, R. Hugh (Reginald Hugh)
“That second cup of Adam’s ale was better than the first,” he said appreciatively, “and this ’ere’s the best banana I ever nibbled.
From Trapped by Malays A Tale of Bayonet and Kris by Spurrier, Steven
"We'd rather drink Adam's ale," said Babbett: "we get that for nothing too."
From Black Forest Village Stories by Auerbach, Berthold
