congé
Example Sentences
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He seizes into his own hands under the mask of a congé d’élire the appointments to the bishoprics.
From Irish History and the Irish Question by Smith, Goldwin
"Oh, she gave me my congé next morning, but I didn't care, for I had decided to come back to the States as soon as that month's work was up."
From In the Van; or, The Builders by Price-Brown, John
From what language have adieu and congé been adopted into English?
From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin
Father will be furious when he knows that I've given Mr. Burroughs his congé, and you'll come into your fortune when you are twenty-one next June.
From A Man of Two Countries by Dowling, Colista M.
When I refuse to allow him to marry my daughter, I must give him his congé at the same time.'
From Lover or Friend by Carey, Rosa Nouchette
