farthing
Example Sentences
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The men in particular were hams, sitting on the ground before their thrown-down penny farthings, as the high-wheel bikes of the day were known.
From New York Times
A penny farthing is a natural Happenstance flourish.
From Washington Post
Why, Hendrick’s Gin’s giant stationary penny farthing exercise bike, of course.
From Fox News
She plucked it out and wiped away the grime, revealing a George III farthing, the silhouetted face of the monarch and the date, 1777, nearly rubbed smooth.
From New York Times
Other pieces include an old penny farthing bicycle and classic dresses.
From Washington Times
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