Sentence example with the word 'contumacy'

contumacy

Last update: October 18, 2015


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The pretext was the contumacy shown by the Locrian town Amphissa to the rulings of the Amphictyonic Council.   [Please select]

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Such determination and contumacy had at last got the better of his patience and forbearance.   [Please select]

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"Well, if you've not trampled on my jewels, I forgive your contumacy."   [Please select]

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If she objects, tell her it is my particular wish; and if she resists, say I shall come and fetch her in case of contumacy.   [Please select]

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Finally, Charlemagne, angered beyond measure by the obstinacy of the barbarians, caused 4500 prisoners in his hands to be massacred in revenge for the contumacy of the nation.   [Please select]

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