misgive
Example Sentences
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As my time drew nearer, and there got to be talk of my having a new coat for the ceremony, my mind began to misgive me.
From The Moonstone by Collins, Wilkie
"Lady Maude advised me in it, and I cannot say I repent it now, though my heart does misgive ever and again," he replied.
From Heiress of Haddon by Doubleday, William E.
"Only by sight, but she's a sweet appearin' woman, and I wouldn't ask nothin' better 'n to see more of her," said Mrs. Wilkins, warmly, fearing Christie's heart might misgive her.
From Work: a Story of Experience by Alcott, Louisa May
It was rather discouraging, wearisome work, and Billy's heart began to misgive him as one after another refused his request.
From The English Orphans by Holmes, Mary Jane
At times, her heart would misgive her, lest Walpurga should not be able to hold out to the end.
From On the Heights A Novel by Auerbach, Berthold
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