McTeague
Americannoun
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American readers were similarly shocked by McTeague, an 1899 novel by Frank Norris.
From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022
In this story, McTeague, a dentist, marries Trina, with whom his friend was in love.
From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022
“That’s what they consider publicity,” marveled Ms. McTeague, of the celebrities’ use of social media.
From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2011
In sum, this is another in a series of strong American opera premieres during the past few years, which has also included Philip Glass's The Voyage and William Bolcom's McTeague.
From Time Magazine Archive
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"Well—well," stammered McTeague, helplessly, "we needn't go in if it's unhealthy."
From McTeague by Norris, Frank
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