the lowest stone in an arch -- from which it springs
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用作名词 (n.)
Although tea's unpopularity was usually attributed to its high price, its popularity remained low even after temperance advocates succeeded in getting the impost halved. 尽管人们很少喝茶是因为价格贵，可即使是适当禁酒主义者通过活动把茶叶关税降低了一半后，喝茶的人还是不多。
经典引文
Very high imposts on alcoholic drinks have had a greater influence on national sobriety.
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