newly-asserted

Updated: August 5, 2026

But even there, when Mr Boffin had given his keeper good-night, and had let himself in with his key, and had softly closed the door, even there and then, the all-powerful Silas must needs claim another assertion of his newly-asserted power. 'Bof fin! he called through the keyhole. 'Yes, Wegg, was the reply through the same channel. 'Come out. Show yourself again.

Charles Dickens - Our Mutual Friend