Abimelech
Americannoun
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a king of Gerar, who made a peace agreement with Abraham.
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a son of Gideon, who made a violent but futile attempt to become king of Shechem.
Example Sentences
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South of Beer Sheva, the city where Abraham signed a treaty about a well with King Abimelech, green oases of grapes, olives, and pomegranates dot the desert.
From US News • Apr. 28, 2011
Rhodes Scholar Abimelech V. Oover has many points of difference with Rhodes Scholar Paul Engle, but readers who have met them both in print will see Max Beerbohm's point.
From Time Magazine Archive
Abimelech V. Oover, like his brothers, was an admirable and good-hearted fellow, but there was something about him the English found oppressive.
From Time Magazine Archive
A skilful warrior like Abimelech, who carried with him the fame and influence of a great father, must have been welcome to the cities as a leader and chief in such wild times.
From The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI) by Duncker, Max
Abimelech He is hedged about with weakness; old age and fear are his counselors.
From Jeremiah A Drama in Nine Scenes by Zweig, Stefan
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