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Cabal

usgb/kəˈbɑːl/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Cabal usually implies secretive and dishonest activities, often with a negative outcome. SlideThe company's downfall was attributed to a cabal of corrupt executives.
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Originally, 'Cabal' referred to a specific group of ministers to Charles II, now used more generally. SlideThe novel featured a historical cabal manipulating the royal succession.
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Clique Versus CabalPlay
A 'cabal' is like a clique but usually involved in political or power-seeking activities. SlideUnlike the socialite's clique, the minister's cabal had a definite political agenda.
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