naughty nineties

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the naughty nineties (in Britain) the 1890s, considered to be a period of fun-loving and laxity, esp in sexual morals

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Words nearby naughty nineties

Naucratis, Naugahyde, Naugatuck, naught, naughty, naughty nineties, naughty step, naumachia, naumachy, naumannite, nauplius

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How to use naughty nineties in a sentence

Can you call someone a ‘naughty boy’ or do you have to say ‘naughty man?’
The UK’s War on Porn: ‘Proof That Men Making These Rules Do Not See Women as Equals’|Aurora Snow|December 6, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But there are increasingly more who are well-spoken, educated, and just a little naughty.
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Former Democratic Congressman Anthony Weiner was caught sexting naughty photos, which caused his resignation.
Christian Right-Wingers Love Porn: New Studies Suggest the Bible Belt Has A Kinky Side|Aurora Snow|October 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST
If users want to send naughty photos with a veil of privacy, opt for the pixilated shower door filter.
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It appears to be the opinion of the advocates of apparitions that naughty ghosts have cold hands.
Second Edition of A Discovery Concerning Ghosts|George Cruikshank
In this case the husband was the offending party, and was very naughty, and therefore his hands were very cold.
Second Edition of A Discovery Concerning Ghosts|George Cruikshank
Mr. Towne did not do much last winter, Mary said, beside run around with Naughty Nan.
Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline|Jennie M. Drinkwater
Tessa, in a broken voice, like the appeal of a naughty child with the naughtiness all gone, what shall I do?
Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline|Jennie M. Drinkwater
He almost slew me with his eyes; I cant see why such naughty hearts should look through such eyes!
Tessa Wadsworth's Discipline|Jennie M. Drinkwater