Example Sentences

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It is evident that this otherwise well-reared, educated, groomed man has a severe, perhaps clinical, self-discipline problem.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2018

At 1½ or 2 pounds per bird, and one bird per person, the well-reared Cornish game hen represents something of a treat.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2017

But Elizabeth's rebellions are those of any headstrong, well-reared child suffering an overdose of family.

From Time Magazine Archive

Like any well-reared girl Meshie brushes her teeth and showers when she gets up.

From Time Magazine Archive

The life and well-being of the child is so important that it must have two chances to be well-born and well-reared.

From What a Young Husband Ought to Know by Stall, Sylvanus