nectarous
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Origin of nectarous
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But Raman and his team found something more surprising in their analysis: fragrant, nectarous scents were present as well.
From Salon ● May 27, 2025
Ah! not the nectarous poppy lovers use, Not daily labour's dull, Lethæan spring, Oblivion in lost angels can infuse Of the soil'd glory, and the trailing wing.
From Poetical Works of Matthew Arnold by Arnold, Matthew
Then did you, chivalrous Terence, hand forth, as to the manner born, that nectarous beverage and you offered the crystal cup to him that thirsted, the soul of chivalry, in beauty akin to the immortals.
From Ulysses by Joyce, James
The clear signs of his Fulfilment are not hidden, whensoever the chamber of the purple-robed Hours is opened, and nectarous flowers lead in the fragrant spring.
From Ancient Art and Ritual by Harrison, Jane Ellen
Come, ye sorrowful, and steep Your tired brows in a nectarous sleep.
From Georgian Poetry 1916-17 Edited by Sir Edward Howard Marsh by Marsh, Edward Howard, Sir
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