In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
NOTCHWEED
Notch"weed`, n. (Bot.)
Definition: A foul-smelling weed, the stinking goosefoot (Chenopodium Vulvaria).
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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TEMPORIZE
(verb) draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time; “The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote”
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