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What does ‘allege’ mean?

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To state, report, or maintain an opinion without or before proof.

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What is an ‘allegory’?

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A symbolic representation, such as a story, picture, or play employing representation.

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What does ‘delegate’ mean?

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To authorize or send as one chosen representative; to entrust to another.

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What is an ‘election’?

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The process of voting to choose a winner.

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What does ‘electorate’ refer to?

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A group of qualified voters.

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What does ‘legalize’ mean?

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To make lawful; to authorize.

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What does ‘legible’ mean?

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Possible to decipher; capable of being read.

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What is ‘legislation’?

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The making or giving of laws; enacted law.

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What does ‘legitimate’ mean?

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Lawful, authentic, genuine.

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What does ‘privileged’ mean?

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A special advantage, permission, right, or benefits.

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