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vain

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vain
to use the name of someone, esp God, without due respect or reverence
b. Jocular to mention someone's name


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In vain did we count the tedious moments of his absence--in vain did we weep--in vain even did we sigh--no Edward returned--.
Love and Friendship by Austen, Jane View in context
It was in vain that Cedric's cupbearer looked around for his young master---he saw the bloody spot on which he had lately sunk down, but himself he saw no longer; it seemed as if the fairies had conveyed him from the spot.
Ivanhoe by Scott, Walter View in context
I DO not propose to add anything to what has already been written concerning the loss of the "Lady Vain.
The Island of Doctor Moreau by Wells, H.G. View in context
 
 
 
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