Your horses are ready, 'sire'. [='my lord']
The horse 'sired' several champion racers.
He 'sired' [='fathered'] six children.
(..) of the Vikings. That is not enough! I must also expose a traitor in our midst. Surely there are no traitors in this hall, sire. Cousin Egbert, why have your lands... never been attacked by the Vikings? What do you mean, sire? (..)1958 The Vikings
(..) On the first day of Spring, you will become my bride. I trust, Lord Egbert... that you approve of this alliance? With all my heart, sire. Then why do you spread tales... of an heir to the throne left by Queen Enid? 'Tis common knowledge, sire. The queen on her deathbed (..)1958 The Vikings