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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Sumwise, adv. [Late ME and e.m.E. somwyse (c1440), somewise (a1677); Sum(e adj. and Wise n.] In some way, by some means. —1596 Dalr. II 105/6.
Outher to cause his subiectis lyue in peace with him, or sumwise slokne that hett hatred and inuie betuene thame
