by-road
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of by-road
Example Sentences
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At first I think somewhat strange, but soon I see that there be only one such by-road.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
We had left the gates of Aussolas about half-a-mile behind, when, at the corner of a by-road, Flurry pulled up.
From Humours of Irish Life by Various
Here he found that another by-road or lane crossed his path, but there was no sign of any one passing; the cottage itself looked deserted.
From The Winning of the Golden Spurs by Percy F. (Percy Francis) Westerman
He halted and lingered for awhile in that embowered part of the little by-road which opens on the shore, half afraid to terminate a suspense in which was still a hope.
From The Tenants of Malory Volume 1 of 3 by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Gaining the high road, there was the white gate opening on to the by-road through the park, the scene of the gnu adventure.
From The Red Derelict by Bertram Mitford
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