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My distinction is, that in incorrect wills the Court may take liberties, but that if the words are correct they have no power to make any alteration.

— Sir Francis Buller, 1st Baronet Doe et dem. Dacre v. Dacre (1798)

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Wherever a man neglects to take advantage of any defence which he has at the time, he waives it.

Buxton v. Mardin (1785)

It seems to me that the argument of the defendant's counsel blows hot and cold at the same time.

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The intention of the testator is the polar star by which we must be guided.

Smith v. Coffin (1795)

There is no distinction between a good jury and a common jury.

King v. Perry (1793)

I think what has been considered as settled law for thirty years past ought not now to be departed from.

Doe v. Staple (1788)

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