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crone

[krohn] / kroʊn /
NOUN
old woman
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“Survive the night or become a part of it,” a crone whispers to Clover during her second loop, and therein lies the key to their survival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2025

Of course, she already knew much about oppression from Miss Asthma, a crone quick to mete out punishments like “one long supperless week” when Annie sticks up for herself.

From Slate • Aug. 17, 2024

During her recent appearance on "Salon Talks," Light discussed the allure of her new "terrifying and funny" film, enjoying her "crone years" and what her own dream dinner would be.

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2022

And standing outside it was the crone from the road, holding a bright blue bottle in her gnarled hands.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 14, 2020

As the smoke ascended, the chanting died away and the ancient crone closed her single eye, die better to peer into the future.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin