crone

Example Sentences

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“Survive the night or become a part of it,” a crone whispers to Clover during her second loop, and therein lies the key to their survival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2025

Of course, she already knew much about oppression from Miss Asthma, a crone quick to mete out punishments like “one long supperless week” when Annie sticks up for herself.

From Slate • Aug. 17, 2024

During her recent appearance on "Salon Talks," Light discussed the allure of her new "terrifying and funny" film, enjoying her "crone years" and what her own dream dinner would be.

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2022

In the comics, Agatha Harkness is often depicted as a classic old crone type of witch.

From New York Times • Mar. 7, 2021

The old crone “nichered” a laugh under her bonnet and bandage; she then drew out a short black pipe, and lighting it began to smoke.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë