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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Wele governit,) Uell govvernid, ppl. adj. [Late ME and e.m.E. well gouerned (c1410), wel gouerned (1570); Govern(e v.] Ruled by good government. — 1598 James VI Basil. Doron 94/10.
All uell gouuernid republicts
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