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truth_n according_a judge_v judgement_n 2,145 5 6.2663 4 false
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A54109 A brief answer to a false and foolish libel called The Quakers opinions for their sakes that writ it and read it / by W.P. Penn, William, 1644-1718. 1678 (1678) Wing P1259; ESTC R26862 17,388 27

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