condescendence

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During the reigns succeeding that of Philip II., the condescendence of the government, the submission of the people, and the acquisition of riches by cathedrals, p. 37colleges, and parish churches, were greatly augmented.

From Roman Catholicism in Spain by Anonymous

"Revise that part o' the condescendence, Mrs Drumwhussle," said the laird, in allusion to the said insinuation.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 by Various

We'll defen', we'll defen'," he said, with great confidence of manner, "and gie them a revised condescendence for't that they'll fin gayan teuch to chow.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume III by Various

He spoke softly, confidently, with a simplicity, in which was felt condescendence toward the interlocutor.

From The Man Who Was Afraid by Bernstein, Herman

The council think that a fee of two guineas may be sufficient on this occasion, as Mr. Pest had three for drawing the original condescendence.

From Redgauntlet by Scott, Walter, Sir