a venture off the beaten path
witty remark
a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position
United States painter (born in England) of portraits and historical scenes (1783-1872)
French statesman (1560-1641)
charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
place under suspicion or cast doubt upon