desirableness
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The desirableness, per se, of maintaining a surplus for this purpose does not, I think, admit of a doubt.
From Principles Of Political Economy Abridged with Critical, Bibliographical, and Explanatory Notes, and a Sketch of the History of Political Economy by Mill, John Stuart
Nelson consented to the request of Mr. Archer, member for Rockhampton, for a select committee, to take evidence as to the desirableness of constructing the line.
From Reminiscences of Queensland 1862-1869 by Corfield, W. H. (William Henry)
The desirableness of education is manifest, view it in what light we may, and whether as affecting individuals or communities.
From Popular Education For the use of Parents and Teachers, and for Young Persons of Both Sexes by Mayhew, Ira
A penitentiary may be described as a place of punishment and reward; and under the system proposed the difference in desirableness between a sentence and an appointment would be virtually effaced.
From The Shadow On The Dial, and Other Essays 1909 by Howes, S. O. (Silas Orrin)
He got out and paced about, calling to her and pointing out the desirableness of the spot as the site for their country home.
From The Indian Drum by Balmer, Edwin
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