nem. con.
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Etymology
Origin of nem. con.
Latin: no-one contradicting; unanimously
Example Sentences
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This ingenious argument was, however, overruled nem. con., as it was proved that he ate pudding faster than any one in the mess.
From Peter Simple; and, The Three Cutters, Vol. 1-2 by Marryat, Frederick
The joint committee, made the following report, which was concurred in by both Houses nem. con.:
From A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 6, part 1: Abraham Lincoln by Richardson, James D. (James Daniel)
"My dear," I said, "you are always proposing things, and then, when they are carried nem. con., you argue against your own proposal."
From Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, October 21, 1914 by Various
"Carried, nem. con.," said Grim, who was pretty speedy.
From Acton's Feud A Public School Story by Swainson, Frederick
Henry Clay passed, nem. con., and his position and success at that Bar were never more disputed nor doubted.
From Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches by Various
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