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The President finally had to ________________ the demands of the public for his resignation.

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The philosopher’s stance was diametrically ________ to the prevailing orthodoxy.

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The scientist’s hypothesis was not only radical but also diametrically _____ to the foundational assumptions of her discipline.

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Had it not been for her timely intervention, the discussion might well have ___ into an acrimonious stalemate.

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The professor’s remarks were so dense with jargon that they bordered on __________.

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Her rebuttal, though eloquent, failed to ______________ the central issue raised by the opposition.

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The reforms, while ostensibly motivated by economic exigencies, were in effect a veiled attempt to __ dissent under the guise of austerity.

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My neighbour has become dependent on drugs. He is a/an _________.

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Many dignitaries attended the party ______ by the actress.

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Yoga and restricted diet ______ a lot to your health.