Adrian Quist
Britishadjective
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Origin of Adrian Quist
rhyming slang for pissed
Example Sentences
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The Australians John Bromwich and Adrian Quist won eight doubles crowns in the Australian championships between 1938 and 1950.
From New York Times
In the decider, Steve Darcis beat Carsten Ball 7-6 6-3 6-4 to spoil Lleyton Hewitt's celebration after the former world number one had emerged as Australia's most successful player in the competition's history, sharing the distinction with Adrian Quist.
From New York Times
Last winter, Savitt went on a barnstorming trip to Australia.There he began to reach peak form, partly under the tutelage of Veteran Adrian Quist.
From Time Magazine Archive
Captain Adrian Quist was browned off.
From Time Magazine Archive
Though brilliant Adrian Quist was a little past his peak and suffering from recurrent asthma, two-fisted Jack Bromwich was better than ever.
From Time Magazine Archive
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