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

And I haven’t even mentioned Michael Russotto, who plays a lily-livered, easily seduced investor who has eyes only for his payout.

From Washington Post • Apr. 15, 2019

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

Naturally, Joseph Fuqua’s amusingly lily-livered marshal is of no help in the impending showdown between Valance and Foster.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2016

“Be quiet, you lily-livered Mellower!” said Mrs. Horsepool- Worthingham, using her special voice.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer