And it is precisely this kind of fact that precipitates the whole problem.
"The Approach to Philosophy"
Ralph Barton Perry
Sir George first stared, then cursed his impudence; then, remembering that after all this was not his business, or that on which he had come, and being one of those obstinates whom opposition but precipitates to their ends, 'Hark ye, man, stand aside,' he said.
"The Castle Inn"
Stanley John Weyman
Any good blast lamp, such as is ordinarily used in a chemical laboratory for the ignition of precipitates, will be satisfactory; provided it gives a smooth regular flame of sufficient size for the work in hand, and when turned down will give a sharp-pointed flame with well-defined parts.
"Laboratory Manual of Glass-Blowing"
Francis C. Frary