close-fisted

Example Sentences

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He who is close-fisted shall be treated in a like manner.

From Arabian Wisdom by Wortabet, John

But Hill, the narrow-minded and close-fisted man that he was, only looked cross, and sourly asked, "What did they cost?"

From Rockhaven by Munn, Charles Clark

Mama F�lix, then, was very close-fisted, and would never lend her daughter any money, except on very good security, namely, on her jewels.

From An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections by Albert D.

"I can answer for it, he's devilish close-fisted as to money," said Stocmar, laughing.

From One Of Them by Lever, Charles James

But, unlike many men who have coined their own wealth, there was nothing close-fisted about Sir Luke Canterby.

From The Triumph of Hilary Blachland by Mitford, Bertram