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The difference, between words, esteemed synonymous: in the English language; and, the proper choice of
them determined: together with, so much of Abb Girard's Treatise, on this subject, as would agree, with
our mode of expression. ... In two volumes. ... [pt.1]
Trusler, John, 1735-1820.
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THE SIGNIFICATION OF WORDS, esteemed SYNONYMOUS, IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE,

INVESTIGATED.

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58. Furthermore, Moreover, Besides.

Furthermore, is, properly, used, when there is need only to add one more reason, to those, before-mentioned; its
intent, is to multiply, and, it has no relation, but to number. Moreover, is in its right place, when used, to add a reason of
a different kind, to those, that went before; its chief office is, to add, with a particular respect, to diversity. Besides, is
used with pro|priety, when we would strengthen by a new reason, the force of those, that were sufficient of themselves,
its principal office is, to enhance by abundance.
For a state to support itself, those, who govern, should be moderate; those who ought to obey, governable;
furthermore, the laws should be judicious. There will always be war among men, because, they are naturally ambitious,
and are governed by interest; moreover, zeal for religion, makes them rigid. Holy Scripture teaches us the unity of the
Godhead, and, reason
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points it out to us: besides, all nature makes us perceive it.

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