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plausible |
reasonable and likely to be true or successful |
This explanation fits the facts and is psychologically plausible |
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resistant to |
not damaged or affected by something |
an infection that’s resistant to antibiotics |
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platform |
the main ideas and aims of a political party, especially the ones that they state just before an election |
a strong women’s rights platform |
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status quo |
the situation as it is at present, without any changes. |
Will the West use its influence to maintain the status quo? |
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pragmatism |
the idea of being realistic and practical about what can be achieved |
a politician known for his pragmatism |
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right wing |
a right-wing person or group supports the ideas and beliefs of capitalism.they want low taxes, a strong army and police force, and the individual to be free from government interference as much as possible. |
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reckon |
to think or suppose something |
Do you reckon he’ll agree to see us? |
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tricky |
something that is difficult to deal with |
She had helped him out of a tricky situation. |
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appeal |
if someone or something appeals to you, they seem attractive and interesting |
The programme appeals to young children. |
