2 uses
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Definition
to express agreement — especially with a statement or proposal to do something
- Murmurs of assent came from the members, but Carter appeared doubtful.Chapter 27 (75% in)
- His father sighed, nodded assent.Chapter 32 (86% in)
There are no more uses of "assent" in The Chocolate War.
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