gripsack

Example Sentences

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His gripsack was securely fastened on his back, his walking stick was in his hand, his hat upon his head.

From At the Crossroads by Comstock, Harriet T. (Harriet Theresa)

"Where are you going?" he asked, abruptly, with a glance at the gripsack.

From Andy Grant's Pluck by Alger, Horatio

After he had washed his face and hands he opened his gripsack and took out his brush and comb, which he placed on a tiny bureau in one corner of the room.

From Andy Grant's Pluck by Alger, Horatio

Andy sat down on the sofa and placed his gripsack in front of him.

From Andy Grant's Pluck by Alger, Horatio

So I'll try to find you something in my gripsack.

From The Mistress of Bonaventure by Bindloss, Harold