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Around 1803, Robert Thorne of England created a major category of type design called ___________, roman faces whose contrast and weight were increased by expanding the thickness of the heavy strokes. The ratio of the stroke width to the capital height was 1 to 2.5 or even 1 to 2.

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Answer: "fat faces"

Explanation: The blank is "fat faces" because this category of type design was characterized by a significant increase in the thickness of the heavy strokes, which made the letters appear "fatter" than other types of roman faces. The stroke width to capital height ratio was also increased, which added to the overall weight and contrast of the letters.

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