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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- French military leader noted for his campaigns in France and Italy (1635–1642) during the Thirty Years' War and for his victory in the Battle of the Dunes (1658).
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Examples
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Once when they were wading though a deep morass, some of the younger soldiers complained; but the elder ones answered, Depend upon it, Turenne is more concerned than we are.
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Book a room on the top floor for views over Paris rooftops and less traffic noise. • 30 rue de Turenne, 3rd, +33 1 4272 7347, hostelleriedumarais.com.
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Unfortunately (although perhaps not surprisingly) the cuts affect a number of writers who cover books: Lynell George, Scott Timberg and Veronique de Turenne.
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Unfortunately (although perhaps not surprisingly) the cuts affect a number of writers who cover books: Lynell George, Scott Timberg and Veronique de Turenne.
Morning Brief — Wednesday, October 29 « The Book Publicity Blog 2008
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Unfortunately (although perhaps not surprisingly) the cuts affect a number of writers who cover books: Lynell George, Scott Timberg and Veronique de Turenne.
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Veronique de Turenne on So Brave, Young, and Handsome by Leif Enger: Enger's managed an elusive feat.
An Amazon.com Books Blog featuring news, reviews, interviews and guest author blogs. 2008
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Turenne, originally from Fort Lauderdale, was considered the top junior-college player in America.
Four new coaches forced to do two-minute recruiting drill 2007
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The headliner is Woodny Turenne, a defensive back from Visalia (Calif.)
Four new coaches forced to do two-minute recruiting drill 2007
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He guarded the fort with his troops and the following leaders: Gaston of Bearn with his men; Viscount Peter of Castillon; Viscount Raymond of Turenne; William of Montpellier; Gouffier of Lastours; Peter Raymond of Hautpoul; and William of Sabran.
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Turenne was adored by his soldiers because he tolerated pillage; evil permitted constitutes part of goodness.
Les Miserables 2008
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