In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MACCHIA
Etymology
Noun
macchia (uncountable)
A shrubland biota in Mediterranean countries, typically consisting of densely-growing evergreen shrubs.
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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