Rohini Nilekani

Having our own children in good schools does not inure us from the ill-effect of others having theirs in poor schools. Having great roads within our gated homes and offices does not help when our fancy cars spill out on to poor public roads.

Indian Writer

Used when someone becomes accustomed to a difficult or uncomfortable situation.

Unpleasant Adjustment

Describes a process of becoming less emotionally affected by a negative experience over time.

Emotional Desensitization

Often implies an unwilling or forced process of getting used to something unpleasant.

Negative Implication

Emphasizes the accruing advantages or benefits to someone from a legal action or document.

Legal Benefit

Primarily used in a legal or formal context. Not common in casual conversation.

Legal Jargon

Suggests that something like a law or agreement slowly comes into effect and remains for a long period.

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