In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
WEEVILY
Etymology
Adjective
weevily (comparative more weevily, superlative most weevily)
Infested with or containing weevils.
Source: Wiktionary
Wee"vil*y, a.
Definition: Having weevils; weeviled. [Written also weevilly.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THOUGHTFULLY
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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