grey heron
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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"Rise," cried the grey heron, "we must rise!" and the Princess knew what was behind, and struggled with the whole strength of her wings for escape.
From Moonshine & Clover by Housman, Laurence
"Drop!" cried the grey heron to his mate.
From Moonshine & Clover by Housman, Laurence
"And now," she said, "you who know where my happiness lies will not forbid me from following it; for my heart is again with the grey heron."
From Moonshine & Clover by Housman, Laurence
No," said the grey heron, "do not die yet!
From Moonshine & Clover by Housman, Laurence
Presently the eggs cracked, and out of each, at the same moment, came a little grey heron.
From Moonshine & Clover by Housman, Laurence
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