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8. approbations. Not now used in the plural.
21. assizes, v. note on p. 36, 1. 22.
23. rid. v. note on p. 24, 1. 17.
28. the game-act, v. note on p. 7, 1. 12.
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3. shoots flying. This accomplishment was just coming into fashion, and was not yet common.
4. the petty-jury, which actually gives a verdict on cases tried. The grand jury decides whether cases shall be sent up for trial.
8. quarter-sessions, v. note on p. 7, 1. 10.
14. cast and been cast. To defeat or be defeated or condemned in a trial or law-suit. Cf. Milton, Eikonoklastes, 'The Commons by far the greatest number cast him.'
34. was sat. Was seated.
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2. for. For the sake of, in order to enhance.
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11. be at the charge. Bear the expense.
29. conjuring. Urging. Cf. Shakespeare, Comedy of Errors, iv. iii. 68:
I conjure you to leave me and be gone.