knave

Example Sentences

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I learned more than I’d care to know about being a knave and a rascal and committing roguery of all sorts, but minding our longitude and latitude was enough to keep me busy.

From Literature

“Whoa, whoa, there! Don’t just stand there, miss— unless you want to be run through by a bunch of sea knaves?”

From Literature

For George Wickham, the infamous knave of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice,” 30 years has furnished ample opportunity to live plenty of lives.

From New York Times

The late Renaissance came to life in knave overalls with blousy tops, sequined skirts that suggested chain mail armor and tapestry detailing on jacket sleeves.

From Seattle Times

It is led by a fool who is surrounded by knaves.

From Salon