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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Irresolved, a. [e.m.E. (1621).] Not resolved, lacking in resolution, irresolute. — c1590 Fowler II. 125/22.
Then is he contemnetable, being … faintherted and irresolved c1590 Ib. 145/28.
Thir irresolued and vnadvysed prences who … supposes therby to avoyde … all present danger
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