Pire

[ French peer ]

noun

1. Do·mi·nique Georges Hen·ri [daw-mee-, neek, zhaw, r, zh ah, n, -, ree], 1910–69, Belgian priest: Nobel Peace Prize 1958.

Example Sentences

Perhaps, but it is hard not to be reminded of the politique du pire in other societies that underwent prolonged upheaval.

From The Daily Beast

Poor old things, they belonged to the 'Empire' Period; no wonder they groan.

From Project Gutenberg

"Alki mika mamook pire, pe nesika klatawah copa klap tsuk; now light thou a fire, and we will go find water," said Loolowcan.

From Project Gutenberg

In a lesser degree the stock-jobber who sets a little extra cash rolling on the Exchange is called an 'Empire Builder.'

From Project Gutenberg

On October 11 we moved on again and got a billet in a small cottage in Fontaine-au-Pire.

From Project Gutenberg

Il y en a, de ces femmes du monde, qui se conduisent d'une façon pire que les filles de joie.

From Project Gutenberg