Before, he was accused as a peculator; he did not deny the fact; he did not refund the money; he fought it off; he stood upon the defensive, and used all the means in his power to prevent the inquiry.
Burke describes a person's defensive tactics in response to accusations of financial misconduct, highlighting their refusal to take responsibility.
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