Word: somewhat
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...mean also new opportunities for inquisitive minds to gain in the most agreeable manner a conception of the meaning of the term "Semitic;" to become at least superficially acquainted with some of the master pieces of Semitic art; and, by means of the art and other products, to enter somewhat into the mystery of that power whereby the Semites won their distinguished place in human history...
...members of the Yale freshman nine were lately criticised by the Yale News somewhat as follows...
...idea of a dream being "cherished" in the "bosom" is somewhat novel, but then, the Spectator is a humorous publication...
...such as both man and woman had to be Romans. The man had to be 14 years old and the girl 12. The consent of both fathers as well as that of the bride had to be obtained and the parties could not be near relations. The betrothal was somewhat of the nature of a modern contract, there being witnesses to sign the papers and a certain amount of money being given to the man as a pledge of good faith. In after years this money was replaced by an iron ring, this being the origin of the modern engagement...
...those we have mentioned seem to be the principal. The faculty, we understand, is now considering the arguments for these two plans; and is very soon to decide which method they shall adopt for next year. In their vote on the question we trust they will be influenced somewhat by the opinion of the students on a matter which so nearly concerns the latter. We cannot pretend that our view on the subject is the accurate expression of the whole college; because the students have not yet had a chance to discuss the matter thoroughly. But from as thorough...