superioress

Example Sentences

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As was to be expected, Francesca strenuously refused to accede to this proposal, and pleaded her inability to the duties of a superioress.

From The Life of St. Frances of Rome, and Others by Fullerton, Georgiana

Madame de la—that lady has arrived excellently recommended by the superioress of the place where dear Milly awaits you, and such persons are particular.

From Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh by Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan

The superioress alone has power to dispense with the rule of silence in case of necessity, as she transacts most of the business, social or legal, of her community.

From Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 099, March, 1876 by Various

The superioress is only called Ancelle, or servant, for humility.

From The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March by Butler, Alban

His manner was curt enough to please the superioress of a nunnery.

From The Captain of the Kansas by Tracy, Louis