strong waters
Example Sentences
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Helms alone does not drink strong waters of any kind.
From Time Magazine Archive
Perhaps only through such filters as Alexander platz will Joyce's strong waters be made potable to the public.
From Time Magazine Archive
This good Samaritan gave Harrison wine, strong waters, eight stivers, and his passage to Dover, whence he came back to Campden, much to the amazement of mankind.
From Historical Mysteries by Lang, Andrew
The energy and authority of Cromwell, however, and the refreshment of some food and strong waters, reconciled them to pursuing their task.
From Woodstock; or, the Cavalier by Scott, Walter, Sir
Who else would have treated you to a homily on black coffee and strong waters as I did this morning?
From Glories of Spain by Wood, Charles W. (William)
