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Definition of Repined
1. repine [v] - See also: repine
Lexicographical Neighbors of Repined
Literary usage of Repined
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Journal of the Proceedings in Georgia, Beginning October 20, 1737: By by William Stephens (1906)
"These Dispensations of Providence, however, are not to be repined at, when I see
other Servants lusty and strong, and Men of Labour capable of following ..."
2. The London Encyclopaedia, Or, Universal Dictionary of Science, Art by Thomas Tegg (1829)
"The fines imposed were the more repined against because they were assigned to
the rebuilding of St. Paul's church. ..."
3. The sketch book by Washington Irving (1901)
"Has she then repined at the change ?" " repined ! she has been nothing but
sweetness and good humor. Indeed, she seems in better spirits than I 10 have ever ..."
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