Mignon's

In Abraham Mignon's "The Overturned Banquet" (c. 1660), a very angry and heavily fanged house cat (albeit one with a strangely human nose—perhaps that of its owner?) is upending an elaborate floral display whose vase tips precariously.

Tulips (and Other Flowers) From Amsterdam Putting the culture into horticulture Craig Winneker 2011

Besides, it's fun to learn with Mignon's sense of humor and well-researched advice on grammar, style choices, and word usage.

Grammar Girl is Coming to WITS Podcast! 2009

Mignon's boasting tones brought fresh resentment to her injured opponents.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

Inspired by the sweetness of success, Mignon's "dummies" awoke and carried out the instructions, so often impressed upon them in secret by their unscrupulous leader, in a series of plays that for sly roughness had never been equalled by any other team that had elected to take the floor in that gymnasium.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

The contempt in her pretty face deepened as her quick eyes took in the details of Mignon's costume.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

She now stared at Mignon's irregular, disjointed writing, which in some curious way suggested the girl's elfish personality, with unhappy eyes.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

Through the half-open door of Mignon's dressing room the sound of exultant voices reached the advancing squad.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

If she refused outright to sanction the proposed campaign for reform, or even demurred at the proposal, Marjorie was resolved not to carry it forward, even for Mary's or Mignon's sake.

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester

If the rôle is sung by a high soprano, Mignon's first air, "Connais-tu le pays," is transposed a tone higher into _E_ flat.

Style in Singing W. E. Haslam

"Oh, she was invited to luncheon at her friend Mignon's home," returned

Marjorie Dean High School Sophomore Pauline Lester