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Word: bashaw (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1940-1949
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Usage:

...Tell the Bashaw." They learn pride bordering on arrogance. Daily they are reminded of the words and deeds of the U.S. Navy-words like those of Lieut. Andrew Sterett, posted for their edification in Luce Hall: "Go tell the Bashaw of Tripoli and the people of your country that in the future they may expect only a tribute of powder and ball from the sailors of the United States." They get the idea...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Army & Navy - One Hundred Years | 10/8/1945 | See Source »

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