In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OPPORTUNISM
opportunism, self-interest, self-seeking, expedience
(noun) taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
opportunism (countable and uncountable, plural opportunisms)
The practice of taking advantage of any situations or people to achieve an end, often with no regard for principles or consequences.
Source: Wiktionary
Op`por*tun"ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. opportunisme.]
Definition: The art or practice of taking advantage of opportunities or circumstances, or of seeking immediate advantage with little regard for ultimate consequences. [Recent]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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CATCH
(verb) grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of; “did you catch that allusion?”; “We caught something of his theory in the lecture”; “don’t catch your meaning”; “did you get it?”; “She didn’t get the joke”; “I just don’t get him”
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