chaffer

Example Sentences

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There appraisers sit with ancient scales, chaffer to the utmost kran,* seal their purchase with a solemn glass of tea.

From Time Magazine Archive

I've often seen un at our races, but I little thought of having to chaffer with un.

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

He could not chaffer for terms with the tailor.

From Lady Anna by Trollope, Anthony

One least leaf plucked for chaffer from the bays Of their dear praise, One jot of their pure conquest put to hire, The implacable republic will require.

From English Verse Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History by Alden, Raymond MacDonald

Pashur I will not chaffer with God’s majesty.

From Jeremiah A Drama in Nine Scenes by Zweig, Stefan