condescendence
Americannoun
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Scots law a statement of facts presented by the plaintiff in a cause
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a less common word for condescension
Etymology
Origin of condescendence
First recorded in 1630–40; condescend + -ence
Example Sentences
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Therefore it is not possible to keep this bond of perfection unbroken, except there be a mutual condescendence.
From The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning by Hugh Binning
It is but a few years ago that the Spanish government had the inexpressible condescendence to allow a community of Jesuits to establish itself in the magnificent convent of Loyola, the country of their founder.
From Roman Catholicism in Spain by Anonymous
"Revise that part o' the condescendence, Mrs Drumwhussle," said the laird, in allusion to the said insinuation.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 by Various
Sae we'll just revise the condescendence, an' tak better care for time to come.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 by Various
Nor, as I trust, is the most blessed Apostle Peter, in his kind condescendence and faithful love, absent from this assembly, nor does he disregard your devotion, reverence for whom has drawn you together.
From The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries by T. W. (Thomas William) Allies
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