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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1692
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(Prik-,) Prick-haste, n. [Prik v. 6–7.] In a prick haste = in impetuous haste, ‘in a great hurry.’ — 1692 Pitcairne Assembly (1722) 50.
I think you are in a prick haste in faith
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