lily-livered
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Of course, Paxton isn't just a standout when it comes to being lily-livered.
From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2022
Fifa has shown little willingness to tackle any of this but there is no reason for the IOC to be so lily-livered.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 4, 2017
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
Robin responds, “That’s just to scare off lily-livered city folk.”
From New York Times ● Dec. 29, 2012
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
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