This is, we believe, a fair summary of Mr. Lamb's doctrine. We are sure that we do not wish to represent him unfairly. […] But we must plainly say that his argument, though ingenious, is altogether sophistical.

He warmed over the remains of last night's coffee.

However far he might sprauchle up the brae, he never forgot — or patronised — an old friend.

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