In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BAROSTAT
Etymology
Noun
barostat (plural barostats)
A device used to maintain a constant (atmospheric) pressure
Source: Wiktionary
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1 January 2025
SOLICITOUSLY
(adverb) in a concerned and solicitous manner; “‘Don’t you feel well?’ his mother asked solicitously”
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