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Taciturnity Barkis warmhearted but taciturn husband of Peggoty. [Br. Lit: David Copperfield] prefer not to” was his constant refrain and all he ever said. [Am. Lit.: “Bartleby the Scrivener”] taciturn “down-Easterners.” [Am. Culture: Misc.] (1872–1933) 30th U.S. president; nicknamed “Silent Cal.” [Am. Hist.: Frank, 99] inhabitant of ancient country of Laconia; people noted for pauciloquy. [Gr. Hist.: NCE, 1514] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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