in-and-in
Americanadverb
adjective
Etymology
Origin of in-and-in
First recorded in 1620–30
Example Sentences
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The two principles to be held in mind were, "Breed from the best," and "Breed in-and-in," with a cautious and occasional introduction of new strains.
From Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society by Ellis, Havelock
"Such in-and-in fore-and-afters that their booms won't stay guyed-out, even after you've been at the pains to use a hawser."
From Miles Wallingford Sequel to "Afloat and Ashore" by Cooper, James Fenimore
Perhaps Colling thought he had pursued in-and-in breeding too far, at all events in 1810 he dispersed his famous herd.
From A Short History of English Agriculture by Curtler, W. H. R. (William Henry Ricketts)
Time flies, but sin breeds in-and-in, And a father's grief is stern; Robin is dead, and a distant kin Now calls himself Kildearn.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume XXIV. by Leighton, Alexander
Most breeders of domestic animals are aware of the deteriorating qualities induced by in-and-in breeding; a change of breed is found necessary for perfection, &c.
From Mysteries of Bee-keeping Explained by Quinby, M. (Moses)
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