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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Stayedly, adv. [e.m.E. stayedly (1571), stai'dly (1621); Stayed adj.] In a sober, balanced manner. —1685 Lauder Observes 147.
Our King … very stayedly composed himselfe to dy
