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Page 25) Paine writes, "I am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independance"
Which of the following definitions defines "espouse" in this sentence?
to give support to a belief or policy
to marry or give a woman away in marriage
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"to give support to a belief or policy."
Here Paine is saying he is not motivated by pride, party, or resentment to adopt or support the doctrine of separation and independence — not referring to marriage.
Here Paine is saying he is not motivated by pride, party, or resentment to adopt or support the doctrine of separation and independence — not referring to marriage.
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