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tantalism

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  1. 1. n. A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting by the hope or near approach of good which is not attainable; tantalization. Source: opted
  2. 2. A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting by the hope or near approach of good which is not attainable; tantalization. Addison. Is not such a provision like tantalism to this people Josiah Quincy. Source: webster
  3. 3. A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting bythe hope or near approach of good which is not attainable;tantalization. Addison.Is not such a provision like tantalism to this people Josiah Quincy. Source: adambom

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