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Calamity Jane

noun

  1. Martha Jane Canary Burke, 1852?–1903, U.S. frontier markswoman.


Calamity Jane

noun

  1. Calamity Jane?18521903FUSTRAVEL AND EXPLORATION: frontierswoman real name Martha Canary . ?1852–1903, US frontierswoman, noted for her skill at shooting and riding
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Example Sentences

Robin Weigert, who played Calamity Jane on the series, said her portrayal of the disenchanted sharpshooter was influenced by Milch’s own language and physical demeanor.

McIlroy spoke of the three “Calamity Jane” putters in his trophy case - the prize for winning the Tour Championship.

McIlroy spoke of the three “Calamity Jane” putters in his trophy case — the prize for winning the Tour Championship.

At Calamity Jane’s, a store selling guns, women’s shoes and handbags with gun holsters sewn into the lining, co-owner Jane Havens broadcast the July 1 debate in the legislature to browsing customers.

From Reuters

The hapless Prince Charles is “the male version of Calamity Jane,” his every press cycle upstaged by his more glamorous children.

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