Crossword-Solution: PETALISM
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| Word | Word Type | Definition |
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| Petalism | n. | A form of sentence among the ancient Syracusans by which they banished for five years a citizen suspected of having dangerous influence or ambition. It was similar to the ostracism in Athens; but olive leaves were used instead of shells for ballots. |
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| Word | Anagrams | |
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| PETALISM | anagram | PALMIEST, SEPTIMAL |
We have 1 clue for the answer “PETALISM”
| Clue | Answers |
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| ostracism in ancient Syracuse | 1 answer |
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Hint 1 meaning
One who, or that which, eats.
Hint 2 anagram
TEAER
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Sentences with PETALISM (1)
The same principle—call it envy or prudence—which produced the ostracism of Athens and petalism of Syracuse, and expelled every citizen whose fame or power overtopped the rest—the same principle, I say, naturally discovered itself in foreign politics, and soon raised enemies to the leading state, however moderate in the exercise of its authority.