chaffer

Example Sentences

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There appraisers sit with ancient scales, chaffer to the utmost kran,* seal their purchase with a solemn glass of tea.

From Time Magazine Archive

And thankful she was that Goodman Kellar came the next moment with eggs and butter for Mistress Cory Ann to chaffer or bargain about.

From Maid Sally by Cheever, Harriet A.

"And, excuse me, sir; what pay will you give us?—not that I wish to chaffer with one who has come to my rescue in so generous a manner."

From A Desperate Voyage by Knight, Edward Frederick

One least leaf plucked for chaffer from the bays Of their dear praise, One jot of their pure conquest put to hire, The implacable republic will require.

From English Verse Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History by Alden, Raymond MacDonald

I've often seen un at our races, but I little thought of having to chaffer with un.

From The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties by Burney, Fanny