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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Traistfully, adv. [Traistful(l adj.] In such a manner as to inspire confidence. —a1500 Gol. & Gaw. 197.
I may refresch yow with folk, to feght … thretty thousand tald, and traistfully tight
