lily-livered

Example Sentences

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Of course, Paxton isn't just a standout when it comes to being lily-livered.

From Salon • Sep. 27, 2022

If that happens, they can point to their lily-livered observations and say, “See, we knew it all along.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2021

The lily-livered had best stay at home, because an evening with Lydia Lunch isn’t a performance; it’s an exorcism.

From New York Times • Sep. 15, 2016

Any lily-livered England fans who wished for rain this morning – that’s what you get.

From The Guardian • Jul. 29, 2015

The boss cop said,“You lily-livered rats,” and it was like someone said, “On your mark, get set, go!”

From "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis