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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dryly, adv. [ME. dryely (1430).] Coldly, calmly. —c1460 Alex. (Taym.) 87 b.
Vithe that the ladyes sone thai gaif ane schout, And als the king ane lytill dryly smylit
