In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
EARTHSHINE
Noun
Earthshine (uncountable)
(astronomy) Alternative letter-case form of earthshine
Etymology
Noun
earthshine (uncountable)
(astronomy) Reflected earthlight visible on the Moon's night side.
Source: Wiktionary
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ACRIMONIOUS
(adjective) marked by strong resentment or cynicism; āan acrimonious disputeā; ābitter about the divorceā
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