Basic Queries

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It is often useful to search for a specific phrase, (or more precisely, a sequence of specific words). The "|" (vertical bar) character combines separate words into a single combination. Try typing Whig | party in the box below.

Analysis to Perform:

Explaining the Results: The system produces a KWIC display showing every instance where the word "Whig" is followed immediately by the word "party." You are not limited to just two words. The query "democratic | party | of" will list only those lines containing these three words in this order.