deary

Example Sentences

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It comes when Callas, resplendent even in a bathrobe, glides into the kitchen to sing at Bruna while the poor deary cooks her an omelet.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2024

Laurie thanked her with a look that made her think in a sudden panic, “Oh, deary me! I know he’ll say something, and then what shall I do?”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

But I’m content, for it’s comin’ to me, my deary, and comin’ quick.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker

Then we to the carns will away, my pednpaley10 My deary, my tweet!

From The Piskey-Purse Legends and Tales of North Cornwall by Tregarthen, Enys

"What do I care, deary?" cried Granny shrilly.

From The Solitary Farm by Hume, Fergus