war of the elements

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In this war of the elements, however, two processions were seen advancing to the Church of Sta.

From Walks in Rome by Hare, Augustus J. C.

My father and Mr. Tiffany were playing chess, and did not seem to be at all disturbed by the war of the elements.

From Up the River or, Yachting on the Mississippi by Optic, Oliver

But the war of the elements was unheeded by the sufferer, and ever and anon, starting from his recumbent position, he paced in desperation the uneven floor of the slippery cavern.

From The Highlands of Ethiopia by Harris, William Cornwallis

The war of the elements had begun in earnest.

From The Treasure of Heaven A Romance of Riches by Corelli, Marie

The war of the elements is over, and the ship glides peacefully into its destined harbour.

From The Danes Sketched by Themselves. Vol. III (of 3) A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors by Various