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What did John Adams mean when he said in his letter, 'such, ability, weight, and experience,' in his letter to john jay?

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John Adams used the words "such, ability, weight, and experience" to describe the qualities he believed were important in a diplomat like John Jay. He was emphasizing the importance of having these qualities in order to effectively represent the United States in foreign affairs.
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