philter

Example Sentences

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Red Hugh fell afoul of a British agent who accomplished with a philter what could not be done by force.

From Time Magazine Archive

Dejanira, being jealous, anointed the robe with the philter she had received from Nessus.

From The Mysteries of All Nations Rise and Progress of Superstition, Laws Against and Trials of Witches, Ancient and Modern Delusions Together With Strange Customs, Fables, and Tales by Grant, James, archaeologist

"Did he ask you for some potion or philter?"

From Marguerite de Valois by Dumas père, Alexandre

Was I still under the influence of the philter poured into the wine?

From The Brass Bell or, The Chariot of Death by De Leon, Solon

Take this philter, my pet—go and find your Prince Charming.

From The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century by Sue, Eug?ne