pennilessness

Example Sentences

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I’d spent an hour moaning over my latte about my state of pennilessness when my friend interrupted to ask whether I planned on entering my book in the new Writing Australia Unpublished Manuscript award.

From The Guardian • Jun. 4, 2013

She had wanted to wear her sister’s elaborate wedding dress, but their pennilessness called for something less formal.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

Christopherson's face was sufficient answer; it reminded me of his pennilessness.

From The House of Cobwebs and Other Stories by Gissing, George

My efforts are utterly vain; I suppose the prospect of pennilessness is itself a hindrance; the fear haunts me.

From New Grub Street by Gissing, George

She had few relatives, and none of them had any intention of burdening themselves with her pennilessness.

From Emily Fox-Seton Being "The Making of a Marchioness" and "The Methods of Lady Walderhurst" by Williams, C. D. (Charles D.)