lassie

Example Sentences

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"That lassie could have been totally saved," she said.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

But some palace lackey had erred; the vehicle was too cramped for a tall flouncing lassie and her frock.

From The Guardian • Aug. 26, 2017

Whether she is frolicking outdoors at age three, flashing a winning smile at five, hugging a jubilant boyfriend -- Prince William -- on their joint graduation day, Britain's future queen is an irresistible lassie.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2011

“What a wonderful, bubbly lassie, full of such light,” he said.

From New York Times • Aug. 13, 2010

Expect the usual lads with one exception—tonight there’s one wee lassie coming along.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein