Sphynx

/ sfɪŋks /

noun

1. a breed of medium-sized hairless cat with large ears and a long whiplike tail

Example Sentences

After the expedition to Egypt, Sphynx figures were introduced in bronze or brass to uphold tables and as arms for chairs.

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And as you have the "Keys" in your own hand, you may keep your friends in suspense, and make yourself as mysterious as the Sphynx.

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She looked out broodingly at the ranges, the strange sphynx look in her eyes, but she did not answer him.

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But the Sphynx only smiled his unhumorous smile, and went on playing golf during the week when Ventnor was at work.

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Patricia and the Sphynx had chosen the shorter way through the woods at the upper end and Steve and Aurora were alone.

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