... since nobody can call me that deliberately, demotion three grades and probation for three years. ... — The Galaxy Primes • Edward Elmer Smith
... an old drawing of the house taken before its entire demotion, at the end of last century, exhibits its quaint characteristics. The bridge foot is to the spectator's right; the church tower behind is that of St. Mary's, also seen in our view of the jail, which would, of course, be seen from the bow-windows ... — The Works of John Bunyan • John Bunyan
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