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political centre

A political position between the left and the right, or a group of people holding such views.

Noun concept_idea Level 1399

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political right

The political grouping or movement associated with conservative or reactionary views.

Noun group_people Level 1399

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political theater

A staged or exaggerated political display intended to create an impression rather than bring about substantive change.

Noun concept_idea Level 1399

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polka-dotted

Marked with a regular pattern of evenly spaced round dots.

Adjective pattern_texture Level 1399

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polo shirt

A shirt with a collar and a short row of buttons at the neck, usually with short sleeves.

Noun clothing_accessory Level 1399

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polyglot

A polyglot is a person who speaks or understands several languages, especially with notable skill.

Noun human Level 1399

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pool

A large artificial basin, typically filled with water, used for swimming or diving.

Noun building_structure Level 1399

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porridge

Porridge is a thick, soft food made by boiling grain or meal in water or milk.

Noun food Level 1399

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portray

To portray someone or something in a particular way, especially one that may be inaccurate or misleading.

Verb communication Level 1399

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portrayal

A representation of a person, event, situation, or idea through words, performance, or another medium.

Noun communication_information Level 1399

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pose

To create or bring about a particular problem, situation, or opportunity.

Verb creation_action Level 1399

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positive

Characterized by optimism, confidence, or approval.

Adjective quality Level 1399

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positive

A positive is a test result indicating the presence of a disease, substance, or other condition.

Noun communication_information Level 1399

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postcard

A picture or scene that is exceptionally attractive or picturesque, like one depicted on a postcard.

Noun artwork_artifact Level 1399

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poster

A person who posts messages, comments, or other content online.

Noun human Level 1399

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poster child

A poster child is a person or thing regarded as a striking example of a particular quality, cause, or condition.

Noun human Level 1399

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postmodern style

A characteristic aesthetic approach in art, architecture, literature, or design that uses eclectic borrowing, self-reference, irony, fragmentation, an...

Noun quality_attribute Level 1399

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postulate

To assume or put forward something as a basis for reasoning or a theory.

Verb mental_state Level 1399

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postulate

A foundational assumption accepted or proposed as a basis for reasoning, a theory, or a system.

Noun mental_construct Level 1399

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potato chip

A thin, crisp slice of potato, or sometimes another food, that is usually fried or baked.

Noun food Level 1399

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potential

Existing as a possibility or capable of developing into something in the future.

Adjective quality Level 1399

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potential

The capacity or ability to develop, improve, or achieve something; an unrealized possibility.

Noun abstract_condition Level 1399

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practicality

The quality or practice of favoring practical usefulness and effectiveness over beauty, tradition, or other ideals.

Noun quality_attribute Level 1399

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precedent

An earlier event, decision, or case that serves as an example or guide for deciding later similar cases.

Noun legal_concept Level 1399

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preceding

Occurring earlier in time than another event, period, or thing.

Adjective temporal_status Level 1399

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preconception

A preconception is an opinion or judgment formed in advance without sufficient knowledge or consideration.

Noun mental_construct Level 1399

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predation

The act of exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain, especially through aggression, deception, or abuse of power.

Noun activity Level 1399

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predict

To say or estimate in advance that something will happen.

Verb communication Level 1399

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prefect's office

A prefect’s official office, its premises, or the administrative authority operating from it.

Noun building_structure Level 1399

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prejudice

To form an unfair or unreasonable opinion about someone or something before having enough information.

Verb mental_state Level 1399

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prejudice

An unfair preconceived opinion or feeling about a person or group, especially one based on stereotypes rather than knowledge or experience.

Noun concept_idea Level 1399

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prentice-hall

A hall or building used by apprentices, especially one maintained by a trade guild.

Noun building_structure Level 1399

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present

To show, introduce, or offer someone or something for consideration, inspection, or acceptance.

Verb communication Level 1399

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present

The time that is happening now, as opposed to the past or the future.

Noun time_period Level 1399

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present tense

The grammatical tense used to describe actions or states that are current, habitual, or generally true.

Noun linguistic_concept Level 1399

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preserve

To keep a quality, feature, or relationship unchanged or intact.

Verb possession Level 1399

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press release

An official written statement issued to news media or the public, usually to announce or clarify something.

Noun communication_information Level 1399

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prestige

Prestige is the respect and high standing a person or organization enjoys because of its achievements or conduct.

Noun quality_attribute Level 1399

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presumptuousness

Excessive confidence or boldness in behaving or making claims, especially when it is unwarranted.

Noun quality_attribute Level 1399

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prevail

To be dominant, prevalent, or widespread in a particular situation or place.

Verb existence Level 1399

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prevent

To stop something undesirable from happening or being experienced.

Verb stative_relation Level 1399

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previously

At a time before the present or before the time being discussed; earlier.

Adverb relative_time Level 1399

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prey on

To target or exploit someone by taking advantage of their vulnerability.

Verb social_interaction Level 1399

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price quote

A price quote is a statement of the price a person or company will charge for a product or service.

Noun communication_information Level 1399

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primarily

Mainly; for the most part, rather than entirely or secondarily.

Adverb focus Level 1399

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primary

An election in which voters choose a party’s candidate for a later general election.

Noun process_event Level 1399

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principle

A general scientific or technical law, mechanism, or fact that explains how something works.

Noun knowledge_domain Level 1399

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principle

A basic truth, rule, or idea that forms the basis for a system of thought or action.

Noun concept_idea Level 1399

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principle

A general rule or standard used to guide decisions or conduct in a particular field or organization.

Noun concept_idea Level 1399

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privilege

A privilege is a right or immunity granted by law or official authority, especially because of a particular office or status.

Noun legal_concept Level 1399

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