On the recordc. 349 BC
You were insensible, indifferent to all his aggressions; gave no intimation that you would not permit their continuance.
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Demosthenes
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gutenberg.orgDemosthenes: “You were insensible, indifferent to all his aggressions; gave no intimation that you would not permit their continuance.”
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In a speech urging Athenians to confront Philip, on their past failure to respond to his provocations.
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