Sentence example with the word 'exacts'

exacts

Last update: July 16, 2015


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Contrasting the above definitions of number, cardinal and ordinals, with the alternative theory that number is an ultimate idea incapable of definition, we notice that our procedure exacts a greater attention, combined with a smaller credulity; for every idea, assumed as ultimate, demands a separate act of faith.   [Please select]

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We live in an age when society expects, even exacts, much.   [Please select]

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Art is my mistress--art exacts both truth and fidelity from her disciples.   [Please select]

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"Except from children," her voice went on, "the ring exacts a payment."   [Please select]

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Energy, on the other hand, exacts little if anything beyond the character of measurable power.   [Please select]

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Duty is a thing which may be _exacted_ from a person, as one exacts a debt.   [Please select]

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"But the great Creditor is merciful, and exacts not the pledge rigorously nor untimely."   [Please select]

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