The Hindu Editorial (Show of strength) – Jul 20, 2023

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The Hindu Editorial (Show of strength) – Jul 20, 2023

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The Hindu Editorial (Show of strength) – Jul 20, 2023:

show (noun) – appearance, display, impression, pretence, semblance, illusion.
coalition (noun) – alliance, association, union, partnership.
invest (verb) – vest in, endow in, confer on, entrust to.
draw closer (phrase) – If something is drawing closer, it is approaching; to become closer in time.
gathering (noun) – meeting, forum, assembly.
endorse (verb) – support, back, approve, favour, authorize, uphold, advocate.
renew (verb) – reaffirm, reassert, reiterate, confirm, restate.
redundant (adjective) – unnecessary/useless, not required, inessential.
on one’s own (phrase) – alone, unaided, all by oneself.
unquestionable (adjective) – indisputable, undeniable, incontestable, undoubted.
determined (adjective) – intent on, insistent on, fixed on, firm about, committed to, resolved on/to.
induction (noun) – introduction, admission, initiation, inception.
notably (adverb) – particularly, especially, markedly, significantly.
splinter (verb) – split, break, disintegrate, separate.
splinter group (noun ) – separatist, secessionist, dissenting, break away (group/party).
bandwagon (noun) – a popular activity/event that is currently become fashion.
acrimonious (adjective) – angry, bitter, harsh, hostile, hate-filled, ill-natured.
split (noun) – break-up, rift, rupture, separation.
faction (noun) – small group within a larger one, especially in politics.
breakaway group (noun) – separatist, secessionist, dissenting, splinter (group/party).
power (verb) – give energy to.
match (noun) – alliance, relationship, partnership, union.
in the works (phrase) – being planned; under development; in progress.
in touch (phrase) – in contact, in communication, in connection.
alignment (noun) – a position of alliance.
implications (noun) – consequence, result, effect, ramification, repercussion, reverberation.
at a minimum (phrase) – at least; at the very least.
primacy (noun) – dominance, weightage, supremacy.
calculation (noun) – judgement,, estimation, reckoning, consideration, evaluation, opinion/view, way of thinking.
backdrop (noun) – situation, background, scenario, context.
evolving (adjective) – developing, progressing, advancing, transforming, changing gradually.
front (noun) – an organized political group.
opportunistic (adjective) – selfish, self-centred, self-seeking, egocentric, inward-looking.
charge (noun) – accusation, allegation.
undoubtedly (adverb) – probably, in all likelihood, seemingly.
hold true (phrase) – remain true, remain valid, to be applicable, to be valid.
as well (phrase) – additionally, in addition, apart from, besides.
formidable (adjective) – strong, powerful, mighty, indomitable.
stronghold (noun) – fort, fortress, bulwark, mainstay, support.
leave things to chance (phrase) – to allow things to happen without plan/preparation.
maximalist (adjective) – relating to an approach of a person/organization (particularly in politics) with extreme thoughts and not ready to compromise.
electioneering (or) campaign (noun) – canvassing, an act of soliciting (asking for/requesting) votes; an organized effort that seeks to influence the decision-making progress within a specific group.
parade (verb) – display, demonstrate, flaunt, show, show off.
isolated (adjective) – unaccompanied, insulated, unsociable, lonesome, (all) alone, on one’s own.
untouchable (adjective) – excluded/forbidden from a group/society.
of particular note (phrase) – it is something that is particulrly interesting/important to say/mention.
irritant (noun) – something that causes irritation; source of irritation, source of vexation, source of annoyance.
seek (verb) – try, aim, attempt to obtain.
foothold (noun) – grip, anchorage, purchase, support.
fortress (noun) – fort, stronghold, bulwark, mainstay, support.
likely (adverb) – probably, presumably, doubtlessly.
have (something) up one’s sleeve (phrase) – to have a secret plan/idea/strategy that can be used when needed.
agenda (noun) – plan/scheme.
call for (noun) – requirement, need, desire, want, necessity, demand.
Uniform Civil Code (UCC) (noun) – Uniform Civil Code or UCC is to provide one law for all the religious communities governing the issues of marriage, adoption, inheritance, divorce etc. Article 44 of the Indian constitution says, “The state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for the citizens throughout the territory of India.” Article 44 is one of the Directive Principles of State Policy, described in Part IV of the Constitution.
endurance (noun) – continuance, continuation, durability, stability, longevity, permanence.
stick together (phrasal verb) – remain united; be loyal.