crones

plural of crone
as in hags
a mean or ugly old woman a run-down house that was inhabited by a cantankerous crone who kept to herself

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  • Rather than hang out with the two old hags, Cherry decides to try her luck on the stand-up paddleboards with Brigitte and Daniel, but quickly loses her balance.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
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  • Eventually, her internet fame brings her to a remote spot on the British seaside to guide three young witches, all orphans like her.
    Karen Ostergren, The Atlantic, 13 Oct. 2025
  • In the first book, young witches Anja and Zack, who can turn themselves into birds, search for their parents after ruthless dictator Nexus takes control of society.
    Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 12 Oct. 2025
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“Crones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crones. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

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