ensanguined

Example Sentences

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"I, master," and Tematau placed an ensanguined hand on mine.

From The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton 1902 by Becke, Louis

It dawned red, the sun fighting an ensanguined battle with the heavy morning mists and throwing on the faces of the early-rising travelers a sinister crimson hue.

From The Pathless Trail by Friel, Arthur O. (Arthur Olney)

She held a carving-knife cut from a shingle, whose edge had been deeply ensanguined by poke-berry juice.

From The Valiants of Virginia by Rives, Hallie Erminie

After a few more springs, the Indian suddenly wheeled, and was about to gallop back, when his eye was caught by the ensanguined object upon the rock.

From The Scalp Hunters by Stewart, F.A.

And yet what fierce currents were beginning to battle under the smooth surface--currents of hate and sorrow, and envy and despair--some ensanguined, some black as winter night.

From The Maid of Honour, Vol. 1 (of 3) A Tale of the Dark Days of France by Wingfield, Lewis