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These cards were great when I was in Spain. Yes, “most” times I could find someone who spoke “some” English, but when my health is concerned, I need better. These cards don’t just say “gluten free” but talk about cross-contact and hidden gluten. A few times my waiter would ...
" Called away by this noise and outcry, they proceeded no farther with the scrutiny of the remaining books, and so it is thought that "The Carolea," "The Lion of Spain," and "The Deeds of the Emperor," written by Don Luis de Avila, went to the fire unseen and unheard; for no ...
The phrase "carpe diem," or "seize the day," is commonly used as an inspiration for books, movies, poems, and many different types of art. But what does this phrase mean? Where did it come from? What are some examples of this phrase being used? Taking a look at movies such as Dea...
Define vigorish. vigorish synonyms, vigorish pronunciation, vigorish translation, English dictionary definition of vigorish. n. Slang 1. A fee charged for the placement of bets by an illegal gambling broker or establishment. 2. Frequent and excessive int
Best books to read before visiting France For those of you looking to visit, here are some wonderful books to help learn a little more about France and its food before you get there: A fun option for Paris is theClued In Paris: The Concise and Opinionated Guide to the Cityguidebook, a...
But I was more influenced by Lazarus Long (a recurring character in the books of Robert Heinlein) than Hari Selden (the genius who saves the galaxy in Isaac Asimov’s brilliant Foundation series.) The former is distrustful of government, while the latter assumes that humanity is better off ...
2,087 of the Most Popular Fiction Books of All Time In Search of Lost Time by Marcel Proust (1913) Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes (1605) Ulysses by James Joyce (1922) The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (1925) Moby Dick by Herman Melville (1851) Hamlet by Willia...
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away, ~in, ~off, ~out etc) to carry, conduct or lead to another place. I took the books (back) to the library; He's taking me with him; Take her into my office; The police took him away; I took the dog out for a walk; ...