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Topic: Politics

expediency

IPA: /ɪkˈspiːdiənsi/

KK: /ɛkˈspidɪənsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being suitable or convenient for a particular purpose, often in a way that is self-serving or practical rather than principled.

Example: The decision was made out of expediency rather than a commitment to fairness.

expedient

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛdiənt/

KK: /ɪkˈspidɪənt/

adjective

Definition: Suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose, often in a way that is self-interested or pragmatic rather than principled.

Example: It may not be the best solution, but it is the most expedient one given the circumstances.

noun

Definition: A method or tool used to achieve a specific goal, especially in a quick or temporary way.

Example: Using a plastic bag as a rain cover was an expedient solution during the sudden downpour.

expediently

IPA: /ɪkˈspiːdiəntli/

KK: /ɪkˈspidɪəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral.

Example: The team completed the project expediently to meet the deadline.

expeditious

IPA: /ˌɛkspɪˈdɪʃəs/

KK: /ɛkˈspɛdɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Done quickly and efficiently without wasting time.

Example: The team completed the project in an expeditious manner, impressing the client.

expeditiousness

IPA: /ˌɛkspɪˈdɪʃəsnəs/

KK: /ɛkˈspɛdɪʃəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being quick and efficient in doing something.

Example: The expeditiousness of the delivery service impressed all the customers.

expel

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛl/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛl/

transitive verb

Definition: To force someone to leave a place or to remove something from a group or organization.

Example: The school decided to expel the student for repeated misbehavior.

expellee

IPA: /ɛkˈspɛli/

KK: /ɛkˈspɛli/

noun

Definition: A person who has been forced to leave their country or home, often due to political reasons or conflict.

Example: After the war, many expellees sought refuge in neighboring countries.

expelling

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛlɪŋ/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of forcing someone to leave a place or organization.

Example: The school is considering expelling students who break the rules.

verb

Definition: To force someone to leave a place or to remove something from a group or organization.

Example: The school is expelling students who break the rules.

exploit

IPA: /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

KK: /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

noun

Definition: A notable or heroic act that is often impressive or remarkable.

Example: The firefighter's exploit during the rescue earned him a medal of honor.

transitive verb

Definition: To use something in a way that is unfair or unethical, often for personal gain.

Example: The company was accused of trying to exploit its workers by paying them very low wages.

exploitation

IPA: /ˌɛk.splɔɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɛkˈsplɔɪˌteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of using someone or something unfairly for your own benefit, often in a way that is harmful to them.

Example: The exploitation of workers in the factory led to protests and demands for better conditions.

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