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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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TWEEL-BROOK-DEE-NEW, n.phr. An expression of good luck, = ‘well may you prosper in or enjoy your new (possession).'Sh. 1950 New Shetlander No. 22. 41:
Ta wiss Shoordie tweel-brook-dee-new, an' hae a look at his whilli.