This is proved-he alleges-by such a man as Gigadibs, who has no warrant in his belief for living a moral life, and does so because his instincts compel it.
"A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)"
Mrs. Sutherland Orr
On one of the capitals is sculptured a child leading a lamb, a representation, as it is foolishly said, of the Conqueror, whom tradition alleges to have been born in the apartment to which this window belonged: another pillar has an elegant capital, composed of interlaced bands.
"Account of a Tour in Normandy, Vol. II. (of 2)"
Dawson Turner
But, as I understand it, Sir George, he alleges that the young lady who has disappeared lays claim to your honour's estates at Estcombe.
"The Castle Inn"
Stanley John Weyman