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a belief (or system of beliefs or principles) accepted as authoritative by some group
- Mrs. Lynde says he isn't perfect, but she says she supposes we couldn't expect a perfect minister for seven hundred and fifty dollars a year, and anyhow his theology is sound because she questioned him thoroughly on all the points of doctrine.Chapter 21 — A New Departure in Flavorings (31% in)
- Mrs. Lynde says that sound doctrine in the man and good housekeeping in the woman make an ideal combination for a minister's family."Chapter 21 — A New Departure in Flavorings (32% in)
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