desirableness
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I have stated, therefore, the only ways in which that end is attainable, without venturing even to express an opinion as to its real desirableness.
From The Seven Lamps of Architecture by Ruskin, John
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
Speeding hither and thither by rail, her eye caught beauty and desirableness in a flash; the settler stirred in her blood, and she longed to possess and to develop.
From Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 by Elliott, Maud Howe
Heart and brain were strained and sore; if she could be still till she died, Diana felt it to be the utmost limit of desirableness.
From Diana by Warner, Susan
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
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