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religion_n improve_v zeal_n zealous_a 38 3 10.9177 5 false
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A33485 The cloud opened, or, The English heroe by a loyal and impartial pen. Loyal and impartial pen. 1670 (1670) Wing C4737; ESTC R27897 22,102 49

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