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truth_n great_a see_v word_n 4,006 5 3.7673 3 true
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A80035 The Coffee-house dialogue examined and refuted by some neighbors in the country, well-wishers to the kingdoms interest. 1680 (1680) Wing C4885; ESTC R42475 2,524 2

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