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Topic: Politics

dumping

IPA: /ˈdʌmpɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʌmpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of getting rid of something that is no longer needed or valuable, or selling goods at a very low price, often to gain an advantage in the market.

Example: The company faced criticism for dumping its products at prices lower than competitors.

verb

Definition: To drop or dispose of something in a careless or hasty manner.

Example: He was dumping the old furniture in the alley behind the house.

duopoly

IPA: //djuːˈɒpəli//

KK: /duˈoʊpəli/

noun

Definition: A situation in which two companies or groups have control over a market or industry, limiting competition.

Example: In a duopoly, the two companies often set prices and control supply together.

dupery

IPA: /ˈdjuːpəri/

KK: /ˈduːpəri/

noun

Definition: The act of tricking someone or the state of being tricked.

Example: The magician's performance was full of clever dupery that amazed the audience.

duplicitous

IPA: /djuˈplɪtəs/

KK: /dʒuˈplɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is dishonest and tries to trick others by saying one thing while meaning another.

Example: His duplicitous nature made it hard for anyone to trust him.

duplicity

IPA: /djuːˈplɪsɪti/

KK: /dʊˈplɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The act of being dishonest or misleading, often by pretending to have different intentions or feelings.

Example: His duplicity was revealed when he was caught lying to both sides in the negotiation.

duress

IPA: /djuˈrɛs/

KK: /dʊˈrɛs/

noun

Definition: The use of threats or force to make someone do something against their will.

Example: He signed the contract under duress, fearing for his safety.

duty

IPA: /ˈdjuːti/

KK: /ˈdjuːti/

adjective

Definition: A responsibility or task that someone is required to do, often as part of their job or role.

Example: It is my duty to help those in need.

noun

Definition: A responsibility or task that someone is required to perform, often due to their job, role, or moral obligation.

Example: It is my duty to help those in need.

duumvir

IPA: /ˈdjuːəmvɪr/

KK: /ˈduːəmˌvɪr/

noun

Definition: A person who is part of a group of two people sharing power or authority, especially in a political or official role.

Example: The two duumvirs worked together to make important decisions for the city.

duumvirate

IPA: /ˈduː.əmˌvaɪ.ər.ɪt/

KK: /ˈduːəmˌvaɪrɪt/

noun

Definition: A system or partnership where two people share power or authority, often in a political context.

Example: The duumvirate was established to ensure that both leaders had equal say in the decision-making process.

dyarchal

IPA: //daɪˈɑːrkəl//

KK: /daɪˈɑrkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a system of government or organization where two leaders or authorities share power.

Example: In a dyarchal system, decisions are made jointly by two rulers.

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