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Word: sump (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1890-1899
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...line as a whole is slow to get through, and large holes are constantly made in it, especially through the center. There is a lack of sump in the work of the men, and they waste a good deal of energy sparring with each other. The ends tackle fairly well, but allow themselves to be blocked off. Newell and Weed are doing good work; Newell is rushing well and tackling in his old form. Weed tackles well, but attempts to cover too much ground...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: The Ninety-two Eleven. | 10/7/1890 | See Source »

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