Example Sentences

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It may well be that sixty more will execrate it.

From Naples Past and Present by Norway, Arthur H.

I will execrate my thought if it dwell on you again, and tear out my lips if they ever utter your name!

From Hunger by Hamsun, Knut

"Little one, when you are a man, you will owe your happiness, your innocence to me; and, if ever you hear my name uttered, you will execrate it."

From The Gods are Athirst by Jackson, Emilie