Chapter X

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From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

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

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

farther along in physical or mental development

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

in addition

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

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 Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

a person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

characterized by intense emotion

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

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

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent; Aboriginal tribes are thought to have migrated from southeastern Asia 20,000 years ago; first Europeans were British convicts sent there as a penal colony

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading TREACHERY IN THE CAMP.

a nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

plural of “conservative” — a person who is reluctant to accept changes and new ideas

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

plural of “consumer” — a person who uses goods or services

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

able to communicate in English

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

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

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

having the identity known or established

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

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

From this reading TREACHERY IN THE CAMP.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

moving to the inside of something

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

plural of “liberal” — a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

the force of workers available

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

used to form the superlative

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

a form of address for a man

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

in name only

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

come into possession of

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

one of two equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

plural of “opponent” — a contestant that you are matched against

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

inflected form of “overthrow” — cause the downfall of; of rulers

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

almost; nearly

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

most frequent or common

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

plural of “privilege” — a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

plural of “producer” — someone who manufactures something

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

the policy of imposing duties or quotas on imports in order to protect home industries from overseas competition

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

an advocate of protectionism

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

plural of “protectionist” — an advocate of protectionism

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

any competition

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

serving to restrict

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

Identical; not different.

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

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

From this reading TREACHERY IN THE CAMP.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

plural of “theory” — a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

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

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

plural of “trader” — someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or disloyalty against a host or ally.

From this reading TREACHERY IN THE CAMP.

not making concessions

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

the act of using

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

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

From this reading Indeed, it may be said, that one-half of the entire English-speaking race are, in one shape or another, in favour of a restrictionist policy, and of this half the great majority are advanced liberals.”[36] Free trade was an assertion on the part of labourers as consumers; the protectionist policy of America and Australia is the attempt of the same class to obtain privileges as producers.

in or to any place at all

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

during the time that

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

which person or people

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

in the company of; together with

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.

the words that are spoken

From this reading How is it, to use the words of Mr. Wise, an ardent apologist for free trade, that-- “In 1846, the working classes overthrew protectionism in England, and in 1878 the same classes, _wherever they have obtained predominant influence_, are carrying into practice the extreme theories of their old opponents?”

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading How is it, that the men of the working class, who are nominally free-traders, are practically protectionists?

the largest island of Denmark and the site of Copenhagen

From this reading Mr. Syme also says:-- “In Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the party of progress has always been identified with a restrictive commercial policy, while the conservatives are the most uncompromising of free traders.