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new and no definite outward occasion
The new name of Imperator, on the other hand, appears in every respect by far more appropriate for the formal expression of the monarchy; just because it is in this application(13) new, and no definite outward occasion for its introduction is apparent.
— from The History of Rome (Volumes 1-5) by Theodor Mommsen

not a nudge did one of
As we passed through the midst of them, not a soul looked at us, not a nudge did one of them give to his neighbour, not a puff less of smoke was emitted.
— from Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 by Various

now abolished notwithstanding differences of opinion
Everybody—North and South—is equally glad that slavery is now abolished, notwithstanding differences of opinion as to the methods by which it was accomplished.
— from Old Times in Dixie Land: A Southern Matron's Memories by Caroline E. (Caroline Elizabeth) Merrick

now and neither does one often
That is changed now and neither does one often see the old and picturesque costume of their women,—a red gown and blue mantle.
— from Wanderings in Ireland by Michael Myers Shoemaker

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