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This English philosopher, a former resident of the town, is seen by scholars as one of the US Founding Fathers on account of a pamphlet he penned in 1776 that argued for the cause.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
The 15th Amendment says that the right to vote shall not be denied or abridged on account of race.
From Slate ● May 8, 2026
Wankel’s engine is legendary among engineers and gearheads, on account of its simplicity and elegance: It has far fewer parts than a typical piston engine.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026
The ship’s log summary made note of “a large bay, which they named ‘the Bay of the Smokes,’ on account of the many smokes they saw there.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2026
The glass has been removed on account of the heat, and although it is still powerful hot out, the beginnings of a breeze makes it’s lazy way through the compartment, providing a bit of relief.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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