Houdini

Speech parts

1. Houdini - Noun

2. Houdini - Verb

3. Houdini - Proper noun

Meaning

United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926)

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After being battered against a building in high winds during one escape, Houdini performed the escape with a visible safety wire on his ankle so that he could be pulled away from the building if necessary. Source: Internet

After Australia After completing his Australia tour, Houdini put the Voisin into storage in England. Source: Internet

American magician and escape artist Harry Houdini (born Ehrich Weiss) was so impressed by Robert-Houdin that, after reading his autobiography in 1890, Ehrich adopted the stage name of "Houdini" in honour of Robert-Houdin. Source: Internet

After an hour and ten minutes, Houdini emerged free. Source: Internet

As his fame as a "ghostbuster" grew, Houdini took to attending séances in disguise, accompanied by a reporter and police officer. Source: Internet

As part of the effect, Houdini invited members of the audience to hold their breath along with him while he was inside the can. Source: Internet

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