In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FACEWORK
Face"work`, n.
Definition: The material of the outside or front side, as of a wall or building; facing.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RESURGE
(verb) rise again; “His need for a meal resurged”; “The candidate resurged after leaving politics for several years”
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