thievish

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Among those we may name, The Thievish Raven, and the Mischief he caused.

From Rollo on the Atlantic by Abbott, Jacob

"And now, Master Coppin, let us bear up for Thievish Harbor without more delays," said Carver as the boat settled to her work, and the men into their places.

From Standish of Standish A story of the Pilgrims by Austin, Jane G. (Jane Goodwin)

Thievish dog Fan Thievish dog Fan, to yell aloud began, She burnt her mouth through stealing tripe: Thievish dog Fan.

From Cole's Funny Picture Book No. 1 by Cole, E. W. (Edward William)

Nor a lustier Roister than thou art, The churlish Shepherd said, To tell thee plain, thy Thievish looks, Now makes my Heart afraid.

From Wit and Mirth: or Pills to Purge Melancholy, Vol. 5 of 6 by D'Urfey, Thomas