Selected quad for the lemma: truth_n
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A08612
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The portracture of Sir Thomas Overbury, Knight, ætat 32
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W. B.; Elstracke, Renold, fl. 1590-1630.; Holland, Compton.
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STC 18921.3; ESTC S4105
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