In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OUSTITI
Etymology
Noun
oustiti (plural oustitis)
(archaic) A marmoset.
A tool for opening a locked door by turning an inner key from the outside.
Source: Wiktionary
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26 February 2025
ACRIMONIOUS
(adjective) marked by strong resentment or cynicism; āan acrimonious disputeā; ābitter about the divorceā
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