It takes place first in the heart of society, and is only sealed and ratified by the outbreak.
"Contemporary Socialism"
John Rae
That which we solemnly ratified with the doctor's new wine.
"The Dead Lake and Other Tales"
Paul Heyse
This treaty was ratified on the 17th of June, but was not strictly complied with until Marion afterwards found leisure to enforce it; as shall be narrated in its place.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James