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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1640
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Sniffle, n. [Cf. later dial. snif(f)ler a strong, gusty wind, also transf. a difficult business, perhaps related to Snevil(l v.] ? A blow, a setback. — 1640 Popes Conclave.
That little sniffle which our Apostolick navy hath received, partly by the indiscretion of the sea, and uncurtesie of the windes
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