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Word: forelock (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1880-1889
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Usage:

...have not been compelled to speak of the board walks this year and complain that they are not put in place early enough, for the past week has seen the authorities take "time by the forelock," and when the rain and snow come we shall be prepared. We render thanks...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: No Headline | 11/7/1887 | See Source »

...when a large number of members of the sophomore class will have an opportunity to enjoy a jolly good time together. The book to receive the signatures of those wishing to attend is at Bartlett's and already the names of a few who have taken time by the forelock have been signed. We earnestly trust that all who can be present will do so and make the dinner an assured success...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: No Headline | 6/3/1887 | See Source »

...following is an extract from the Phillipian on the prospect of an eleven next fall. Andover evidently takes time by the forelock...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Fact and Rumor. | 12/4/1886 | See Source »

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