Allingham
[al-ing-uh m]
- Margery,1904–66, English mystery writer.
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In that sense, it appears Allingham not only defied his statistical life span, but longevity science as well.
Whenever someone lives as long as Allingham did, others are eager to learn his secret.
Historical Examples
"If popularity is all you think of, yes," answered Allingham.
A Woman for MayorHelen M. Winslow
Allingham, however, appeared at the gates and asked permission to join her.
A Woman for MayorHelen M. Winslow
Allingham handed her the slip of washed-out paper that still lay on his desk.
A Woman for MayorHelen M. Winslow
But Gertrude was insisting that Allingham should step in and rest, late as it was.
A Woman for MayorHelen M. Winslow
She rang the bell for the stenographer, and Allingham turned to go.
A Woman for MayorHelen M. Winslow
Allingham
- Margery. 1904–66, British author of detective stories, featuring Albert Campion. Her works include Tiger in the Smoke (1952) and The Mind Readers (1965)
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