condescendence

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The enterprising, unpersevering, capricious, Thrasonic character of their Sovereign renders it probable he will avail himself of this little condescendence in the Brabantines to recede from all his innovations.

From The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) by Jefferson, Thomas

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

He should have taen a day to see the invitation, as they do wi' the titular's condescendence in the process of valuation and sale.

From The Antiquary — Volume 02 by Scott, Walter, Sir

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

"Well, fortune is apt to circumduce the term upon us; but I think she may allow you to revise your condescendence."

From Chronicles of the Canongate by Scott, Walter, Sir