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tristful

[trist-fuhl] / ˈtrɪst fəl /


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"Whoever will give any information of these unfortunate, tristful gentlemen to the Hartford Convention, will confer a favor on humanity."

From The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 by Headley, Joel Tyler

It ran as follows: showing that Oberlus was at least an accomplished writer, and no mere boor; and what is more, was capable of the most tristful eloquence.

From The Piazza Tales by Melville, Herman

There are few sadder poems than this with its tristful refrain, even in the works of Mr. Hardy.

From Old and New Masters by Lynd, Robert

But why these pensive tristful looks, now she hath her heart's desire?

From A Set of Rogues by Barrett, Frank

Why had Pat only given her tristful white pearls?

From Pink Gods and Blue Demons by Stockley, Cynthia