Woffington
Britishnoun
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The noted Mrs. Woffington was highly extolled in Sir Harry; and Mrs. Jordan has been no less admired and attractive.
From The Constant Couple or, A Trip to the Jubilee by Farquhar, George
"Peg Woffington" and "Christie Johnstone"—the former published so long ago as 1852—seem almost perfect in their symmetry and beauty.
From Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches by McCarthy, Justin
A pamphlet, written by still another vehement admirer, contains a description of Peg Woffington, written about the time of Hallam's taking off.
From Superwomen by Terhune, Albert Payson
In September 1747 it was opened with a strong company of actors, Johnson’s prologue being spoken by Garrick, while the epilogue, written by him, was spoken by Mrs Woffington.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" by Various
Won't you remember that, in dealing with Peg Woffington?
From Superwomen by Terhune, Albert Payson
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