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duration [də′rā·shən] (mechanics) A basic concept of kinetics which is expressed quantitatively by time measured by a clock or comparable mechanism. (oceanography) The interval of time of the rising or falling tide, or the length of time of flood or ebb tidal currents. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| For the hereditary prince has less cause and less necessity to offend; hence it happens that he will be more loved; and unless extraordinary vices cause him to be hated, it is reasonable to expect that his subjects will be naturally well disposed towards him; and in the antiquity and duration of his rule the memories and motives that make for change are lost, for one change always leaves the toothing for another. Neither party expected for the war the magnitude or the duration which it has already attained. They were in hopes now, but their hope was of but short duration, and at night again thick clouds hid the starry vault from all eyes. |
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