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ˈmɪl.ɪ.tər.i ɪnˈkɜː.ʃən
noun
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A sudden armed attack or invasion by military forces into a territory.
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The military incursion caused widespread devastation.
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invasion, assault, attack, raid, offensive, strike
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withdrawal, retreat, evacuation, peace, ceasefire, truce
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ˈdʒen.ə.saɪd
noun
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The deliberate killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation.
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The allegations of genocide raised global concerns.
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massacre, extermination, ethnic cleansing, mass murder, holocaust, slaughter
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protection, salvation, preservation, conservation, safeguarding, defense
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ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz
noun
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Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
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The allegations were investigated by an international body.
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accusations, claims, charges, assertions, imputations, indictments
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denials, defenses, refutations, vindications, exonerations, acquittals
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kənˈten.ʃəs
adjective
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Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.
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The contentious issue divided global leaders.
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controversial, disputed, debatable, argumentative, quarrelsome, combative
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agreeable, peaceful, harmonious, uncontroversial, undisputed, amicable
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dɪˈbeɪts
noun
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Formal discussions on particular topics in public meetings or legislative assemblies.
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Heated debates ensued over the legitimacy of the actions.
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discussions, arguments, disputes, deliberations, conversations, dialogues
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consensus, agreement, harmony, accord, unity, silence
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ˌtraɪ.bjuˈnæl əv ˈdʒʌs.tɪs
noun
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A court of justice or judicial body that settles disputes or tries offenses.
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The Tribunal of Justice started the hearings promptly.
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court of justice, judicial panel, court, tribunal, judiciary, bench
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lawlessness, anarchy, injustice, chaos, disorder, vigilantism
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ˌlɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of taking legal action; a lawsuit.
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The litigation accused the regime of human rights abuses.
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lawsuit, case, legal action, legal proceedings, court case, prosecution
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agreement, arbitration, settlement, mediation, compromise, resolution
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dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li
adverb
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Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.
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The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.
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intentionally, purposefully, consciously, knowingly, willfully, calculatedly
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accidentally, unintentionally, inadvertently, unknowingly, spontaneously, randomly
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ˈɔː.kɪ.streɪ.tɪd
verb
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Planned or coordinated carefully and deliberately.
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The attacks were orchestrated with precision.
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arranged, coordinated, organized, planned, managed, directed
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disorganized, neglected, chaotic, random, spontaneous, unplanned
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ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi
noun
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A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.
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A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.
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methodical plan, organized approach, structured method, coordinated scheme, deliberate design, strategic framework
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chaotic tactics, random actions, disorganized approach, haphazard method, improvised plan, spontaneous action
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əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz
noun
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Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.
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The atrocities shocked the international community.
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cruelties, barbarities, brutalities, horrors, outrages, savageries
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kindness, humanity, compassion, mercy, benevolence, gentleness
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kənˈdem
verb
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To express complete disapproval of; to censure.
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The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.
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criticize, denounce, censure, disapprove, reprove, rebuke
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praise, approve, commend, endorse, support, applaud
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ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd
phrase
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Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.
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The claims were categorically refuted by officials.
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absolutely denied, completely rejected, totally dismissed, entirely disproved, thoroughly contradicted, flatly denied
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accepted, confirmed, validated, acknowledged, endorsed, substantiated
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lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət sɛlf dɪˈfens
phrase
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Lawful protection of oneself from harm or attack.
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The country claimed it was legitimate self-defense .
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justifiable defense, lawful protection, rightful resistance, legal self-protection, valid defense, authorized protection
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aggression, offense, attack, provocation, assault, invasion
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əˈdʒuː.dɪ.kə.tɪv ˈbɒd.i
noun
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An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.
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The adjudicative body deliberated on the case.
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judicial panel, tribunal, court, arbitration board, review body, decision-making authority
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lawless entity, unauthorized group, illegitimate organization, rogue body, unofficial assembly, unrecognized authority
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dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃənz
noun
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Long and careful consideration or discussion of a matter.
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Deliberations lasted for several hours.
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negotiations, considerations, discussions, consultations, reflections, examinations
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haste, neglect, rush, impulsiveness, carelessness, thoughtlessness
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ˌdʒʊə.rɪs.pruːˈden.ʃəl ˈbentʃ.mɑːk
phrase
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A legal standard or precedent that serves as a reference point for future legal decisions.
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The decision set a jurisprudential benchmark .
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legal standard, judicial precedent, legal milestone, jurisprudential precedent, legal framework, judicial guideline
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irregularity, legal chaos, judicial inconsistency, lawlessness, legal vacuum, judicial arbitrariness
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ˌhjuː.məˈnɪt.ər.i.kəˈtæs.trə.fi
phrase
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A widespread disaster affecting human life, health, and well-being on a large scale.
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The war created a humanitarian catastrophe .
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disaster, crisis, calamity, emergency, tragedy, human crisis
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relief, salvation, recovery, prosperity, stability, peace
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ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk rɛz.əˈluː.ʃən
phrase
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A peaceful solution to conflicts through negotiation and diplomatic channels.
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A diplomatic resolution is necessary for peace.
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negotiated settlement, peaceful solution, diplomatic agreement, political settlement, mediated resolution, peaceful accord
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conflict, stalemate, deadlock, military solution, warfare, hostility
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