French letter
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of French letter
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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"It is of course still early in the process, but the French letter follows other countries who have already spoken up in his favor."
From Reuters
The precise wording of the French letter isn't the issue.
From Time Magazine Archive
In silence, and with a face of contemptuous disgust, Mr. Gilbert takes up the French letter, points to a column, and watches him.
From Project Gutenberg
Tell your little friend Madeleine we would be glad to receive a French letter from her.
From Project Gutenberg
This evening I was late writing a French letter by my Lord's order to Monsieur Wragh, Ambassador de Denmarke à la Haye, which my Lord signed in bed. 23d.
From Project Gutenberg
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