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Toombs

[ toomz ]

/ tumz /

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noun

Robert, 1810–85, U.S. lawyer, orator, and Confederate statesman and army officer.

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What does "dignity" mean?

showing self-respect

treating others with kindness

acting selfishly

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Words nearby Toombs

tool subject, tool up, toom, Too many cooks spoil the broth, too many irons in the fire, Toombs, Toomer, too much of a good thing, toon, Toonerville trolley, to oneself

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How to use Toombs in a sentence

Mr. Toombs is not the only man who wishes the master to sit down with his slaves at the foot of Bunker Hill Monument!
The Trial of Theodore Parker|Theodore Parker
We are the gentlemen of this country, said Mr. Toombs in 1860.
Charles Sumner; His Complete Works, Volume XI (of 20)|Charles Sumner
“He is one of strong feelings and weak points,” Toombs explained.
The Brothers' War|John Calvin Reed
Compare him as secession was dawning, with Toombs, who was the man of all to be president.
The Brothers' War|John Calvin Reed

One other exploit of Toombs during this session must be told.
The Brothers' War|John Calvin Reed