In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
SPREADEAGLE
spreadeagle, spread-eagle, rout
(verb) defeat disastrously
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Spread"-ea`gle, a.
Definition: Characterized by a pretentious, boastful, exaggerated style; defiantly or extravagantly bombastic; as, a spread-eagle orator; a spread-eagle speech. [Colloq.& Humorous]
Spread"-ea`gle v. i.
Definition: To assume a spread-eagled position; -- it may be done reclining, for relaxation, or momentarily, as an exhibitionary maneuver in a sport.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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