Example Sentences

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It was a marvel they were not consumed: Their clothes are cindered by the fire in front, While at their back the frost has caked them hard.

From The Dynasts by Hardy, Thomas

In poor gravelly soils, and on land which has caked in the hot weather, or become unmanageable during rain.

From Gold, Sport, and Coffee Planting in Mysore by Elliot, Robert H. (Robert Henry)

Just so our greater work has caked in the running.

From History of American Socialisms by Noyes, John Humphrey

He was roused by the cries of the workmen; Master, come quick, the fires have gone down, and the metal has caked in the running!

From History of American Socialisms by Noyes, John Humphrey