In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OVERSTOCKING
Verb
overstocking
present participle of overstock
Source: Wiktionary
OVERSTOCK
O"ver*stock`, n.
Definition: Stock in excess. Tatler.
O`ver*stock", v. t. [imp. & p. p. Overstocked; p. pr. & vb. n. Overstocking.]
Definition: To fill too full; to supply in excess; as, to overstock a market with goods, or a farm with cattle.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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