Espoused

Kazi Nazrul Islam was a revolutionary poet who espoused political rebellion against colonialism and fascism.

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The Reverend King believed so firmly in the principles he espoused that he refused to strike back even when he was attacked, and he taught his children to do the same.

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Contrary to most espoused wisdom, most distance hikers travel alone.

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Yet, all these potential criticisms run counter to the very espoused (if albeit non-universal) types of claims that critical researchers tend to make.

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