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T

"taking no active part in it" (16) - watching but not participating

tenets (12) - doctrine, principles, beliefs, or opinions held as true by a person, in this case Andrew Jackson

"there appeared none" (22) - there were none present or to be seen

Tory (16) - an American who favored British rule over the colonies at the time of the American Revolution; Loyalist

tract (21) - area; stretch [of land]

tried (22) - investigated and settled [in court]

U

"unconsciously muttered" (22) - said under his breath without seeming to be aware that he was speaking

unfit (14) - not good enough; not suitable

urgency (20) - need for immediate action

V

"vacancy which had recently occurred" (17) - opening that had become available not long before

validate (23) - support; confirm

W

"warm reception" (20) - friendly welcome