smitch

[ smich ]

/ smɪtʃ /

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QUIZZES

In effect, this quiz will prove whether or not you have the skills to know the difference between “affect” and “effect.”

Question 1 of 7

The rainy weather could not ________ my elated spirits on my graduation day.

First recorded in 1830–40; origin uncertain

Ter tell ye the truth, went on the big man, without noticing Digs remark, we aint got a smitch o meat left.
The Trail Boys on the Plains|Jay Winthrop Allen
The figure for a moment turned its head, when, as the light of the lantern fell on it, he recognised the face of Sam Smitch.
Dick Cheveley|W. H. G. Kingston
Two or three days passed away, when Sam Smitch was well-nigh forgotten.
Dick Cheveley|W. H. G. Kingston
I looked for grace in him, honest I did, and I couldn't find one smitch, no sir!
Pippin; A Wandering Flame|Laura E. Richards

"Aw, you ain't got a smitch o' pride," he taunted jealously.
The Plow-Woman|Eleanor Gates