In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ASPIRATORY
Etymology
Adjective
aspiratory (comparative more aspiratory, superlative most aspiratory)
pertaining to aspiration
Source: Wiktionary
As*pir"a*to*ry, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to breathing; suited to the inhaling of air
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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DISPIRITEDLY
(adverb) in a dispirited manner without hope; “the first Mozartian opera to be subjected to this curious treatment ran dispiritedly for five performances”
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