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Meanings of certain affairs in English

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Usage of certain affairs in English
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I have certain affairs to manage in Malta, Sir Richard.
Colors Aloft!
2
Besides, I have the deepest interest in knowing it; I have certain affairs to settle.
Ferragus, Chief of the Dévorants
3
This means he might benefit enormously from some adroit manipulation of certain affairs in London.
The system of the world
4
They reminded him that certain affairs of his own imperatively called him back to town.
The Divine Fire
5
Miles: My client asks that you not initiate proceedings pending his setting certain affairs in order.
The Philosophy of the Coen Brothers
6
He must go to Vichy, where he had to wind up certain affairs of Les Petit Patou.
The Mountebank
7
Now it came to pass, that by reason of certain affairs the Cid tarried a long time in Zaragoza.
Chronicle of the Cid
8
In each House standing committees are named, to which are delegated the special consideration of certain affairs of state.
North America — Volume 2
9
That will give us time to go over and untangle certain affairs, including the house, on the other side.
Through stained glass / A Novel
10
We hadn't yet realized the relative importance of certain affairs of life, according to a Dutchwoman's point of view.
The Chauffeur and the Chaperon
11
Another letter from the fiscal to the king, of the same date, makes recommendations as to certain affairs of government.
The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 11 of 55 / 1599-1602 ...
12
In February, Frank again went back to college; having settled with Harry Baker certain affairs which weighed on his mind.
Doctor Thorne
13
Your government I look upon as a mere agency appointed by contracting parties to transact certain affairs for their convenience.
Fort Lafayette or, Love and Secession / A Novel
14
It was necessary to purchase a complete camp outfit, suitable clothes and much food-stuff and to arrange certain affairs at home.
A Journal of a Tour in the Congo Free State
15
He sent Gracie a letter, trying to explain certain affairs about that Mason girl, with which I presume you are familiar.
Ester Ried Yet Speaking
16
I am often told I lead too monotonous a life, and am asked why I do not take a part in certain affairs.
Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 0...
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