So they reasoned-or, if the phrase be too strong, so they talked-who lounged on soft-cushioned ottomans, or moved listlessly over luxurious carpets; all agreeing that it would be treasonable in the Ministers to retreat or abate one jot of the high prerogative of the Crown.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Much may be done-much must be done-to make the land of the country more available and more profitable for the wants of the body of the people, but not one jot of what is required would be done by mere nationalization of the ownership, or even done better on such a basis than on that which exists.
"Contemporary Socialism"
John Rae
jot down the catch lines, and just before you speak look over the ticket.
"Dollars and Sense"
Col. Wm. C. Hunter