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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Flechingly, Fleech-, adv. [f. Fleche v.] Soothingly, insincerely. —Shield Notes 5 (J).
Men who have murder in their hearts, although they be now speaking fair, fleechingly and flatteringly
