master spirit
Example Sentences
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The master spirit of this society is the convict Harcamone, in solitary confinement, awaiting the guillotine.
From Time Magazine Archive
As it came closer, high on the poop, standing alone like its master spirit, she discovered her lover.
From Captain Kyd (Vol 1 of 2) or, The Wizard of the Sea by Ingraham, Jonathon Holt
The gang of villains, deprived of its headquarters, and deprived of its master spirit, speedily fell to pieces.
From Penelope Brandling A Tale of the Welsh coast in the Eighteenth Century by Lee, Vernon
The seamen, with that instinct which teaches men the presence of a master spirit, without questioning his authority, moved with more alacrity, and obeyed his orders without hesitation.
From Captain Kyd, Vol. II or, The Wizard of the Sea by Ingraham, Jonathon Holt
To read great pieces of literature together in the family is to put a personal consecration about the genius-crowned work of the master spirit.
From The American Country Girl by Crow, Martha Foote
