crimple

Example Sentences

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This gentleman's name, by the way, had been originally Crimp; but as the word was susceptible of an awkward construction and might be misrepresented, he had altered it to Crimple.

From Martin Chuzzlewit by Dickens, Charles

The other manager of their office in the city, Crimple, David Crimple, has gone off with the money, and is advertised for, with a reward, upon the walls.

From Martin Chuzzlewit by Dickens, Charles

Mr Crimple also departed on the business of the morning; and Jonas Chuzzlewit and Tigg were left alone.

From Martin Chuzzlewit by Dickens, Charles

Mr Crimple, I believe you never take snuff?

From Martin Chuzzlewit by Dickens, Charles

If Mr Crimple neglects his meals, or fails to take his proper quantity of rest, that oil wanes, and becomes exhausted.

From Martin Chuzzlewit by Dickens, Charles