Shaffer

/ (ˈʃæfə) /


noun
  1. Sir Peter. born 1926, British dramatist. His plays include The Royal Hunt of the Sun (1964), Equus (1973), Amadeus (1979), and The Gift of the Gorgon (1992)

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How to use Shaffer in a sentence

  • "Colonel Shaffer is a few miles to the west with about five hundred men," replied Harry.

  • The morning came and with it Shaffer, and with him five hundred and fifty men, eager for the combat.

  • McNeil, his force now augmented by Shaffer's, resolved to push Porter to the limit, and if possible bring him to battle.

  • For canning, or for table use, if you like a fruit full of raspberry flavor though a little tart, Shaffer's Colossal.

  • I send my partner, Mr. Shaffer, who will hand you this, to talk with you about purchasing your bonds.

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