philter

Example Sentences

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So he decided to consult the Chaldæans, who were adepts at the art of mixing philters and composing draughts.

From Astronomical Myths Based on Flammarions's History of the Heavens by Blake, John F.

By what strange spell have you been drawn in, to seem an inmate of her mansion? and what philters and potions have you swallowed, to make you endure her never-ending vagaries?'

From The Wanderer (Volume 3 of 5) or, Female Difficulties by Burney, Fanny

"You are mad, Rabda," her father said angrily; "what have I to do with spells and love philters?"

From Rujub, the Juggler by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)

On the other hand, charms,59 philters, and even relics, since the decay of faith in their efficacy, have lost the quality of goods.

From Principles Of Political Economy by Lalor, John J. (John Joseph)

"You, then, believe in the potency of philters?"

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