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He was lathlike and gawky, with very prominent upper front teeth, which gave a sort of bow-window appearance to his wide mouth.

From Carolyn of the Corners by Endicott, Ruth Belmore

He did look hungry, he was so long and lathlike.

From Carolyn of the Corners by Endicott, Ruth Belmore

“Why, my dear, don’t mind about that,” said Ruth, taking the lathlike girl in her arms.

From Ruth Fielding Down East Or, The Hermit of Beach Plum Point by Emerson, Alice B.

“What is your name, my dear?” she asked the lathlike girl.

From Ruth Fielding Down East Or, The Hermit of Beach Plum Point by Emerson, Alice B.

Surely you have heard the name?” said the lathlike girl, tossing her head.

From Ruth Fielding Down East Or, The Hermit of Beach Plum Point by Emerson, Alice B.