25 May Flashcards

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Incumbent

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: Currently holding office or a position.

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Denouement

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: The final resolution of a dramatic or narrative plot; the
outcome of a complex sequence of events.

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Imbroglio

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An extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing
situation.

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Churn

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A state of disorder or confusion

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Accrue

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To increase or accumulate over time, especially in terms of
benefits or interests.

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Protracted

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Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
Synonyms: Prolonged, extended, lengthy.

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Impediment

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A hindrance or obstruction in doing something.
Synonyms: Obstacle, barrier, hurdle.

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sporadic

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occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances. sporadic protests.

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Efficacy

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Effectiveness, efficiency, potency.
The ability to produce a desired or intended result.

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A mare’s nest

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A false invention

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A man of straw

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A weak person

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Call a spade a spade

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Straight talks

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Field day

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An enjoyable day or circumstance

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. Doing the rounds

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To be passed from one person to another

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