Chapter XXVII

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

in addition

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

-ing form of “amount” — be tantamount or equivalent to

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

confidently declared to be so

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

plural of “attempt” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

plural of “boundary” — the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

of short duration or distance

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

serving as an essential component

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “classification” — the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

the state of being allied or confederated

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

without stop or interruption

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

a riblike part of a plant or animal (such as a middle rib of a leaf or a thickened vein of an insect wing)

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “country” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

past form of “denominate” — assign a name or title to

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

(of solid matter) reduced to a liquid form

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

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From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

past form of “exercise” — put to use

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

have an existence, be extant

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; noted for low per capita income and illiteracy; politically unstable

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; an early center of Mayan culture

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “interval” — a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

impossible to reconcile

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “jealousy” — a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

a domain in which something is dominant

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “lake” — a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

plural of “mine” — excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

having the characteristics of or befitting or worthy of a monarch

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

owed as a debt

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

the people who inhabit a territory or state

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

plural of “port” — a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

plural of “production” — the act or process of producing something

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

plural of “province” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

a member of the Republican Party

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

plural of “republic” — a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

cause to regain consciousness

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “river” — a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

a republic on the Pacific coast of Central America

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

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From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

submissive or fawning in attitude or behavior

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

inflected form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Since that time, the several States have asserted and exercised their original sovereign powers as distinct republics.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features

From this reading NICARAGUA: BOUNDARIES, TOPOGRAPHY, LAKES, RIVERS, PORTS, CLIMATE, POPULATION, PRODUCTIONS, MINES, ETC., ETC.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading A kind of understanding, almost amounting to a union, has nevertheless continued to exist between the three central States, Nicaragua, San Salvador, and Honduras, which are distinguished as Liberal and Republican, while Costa Rica and Guatemala, in the political classifications of these countries, are denominated Servile or Monarchical.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

during the time that

From this reading Nicaragua, while it remained under the Spanish crown, constituted one of the provinces of the ancient Audiencia or Captain-Generalcy, sometimes called the kingdom of Guatemala, in which were also included the provinces of Costa Rica, Honduras, San Salvador, and Guatemala.[44] These threw off their allegiance to Spain in 1821, and in 1823 united in a confederation called the “Republic of Central America,” which, however, in consequence of internal dissensions, was dissolved in 1839.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Several attempts have been made, at brief intervals, to revive the confederation, in whole or part, but without success, owing to the irreconcilable jealousies of the different States.