The Hindu Editorial (Show of cards) – May 19, 2025

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The Hindu Editorial (Show of cards) – May 19, 2025:

1. show (your) cards (phrase) –  to tell one’s plans & intentions to others, particularly those previously hidden.
2. delegation (noun) – a group of representatives; delegates, (diplomatic) mission, deputation, envoys, emissaries.
3. composition (noun) – formation, arrangement, constitution, configuration, organization, framework, structure.
4. canvass (verb) – try to obtain support; drum up support; campaign, promote.  
5. ​in the aftermath of (phrase) – as a consequence of, as a result of, in the wake of, following (an unpleasant event).
6. aftermath (noun) – consequences, after-effects, repercussions; outcome.
7. conflict (noun) – war, warfare, armed conflict, military action, armed clash.
8. diplomat (noun) – envoy, ambassador, consul.
9. character (noun) – nature, disposition, temperament, quality, attribute, identity, standing, position.
10. in the face of (phrase) – despite, notwithstanding, regardless of; when confronted with.
11. sectarian (adjective) – factional, partisan, separatist, fanatical, extreme; extremist, radical.
12. sponsor (verb) – back, support, promote.
13. in itself (phrase) – by itself, intrinsically, inherently.
14. panoramic (adjective) – comprehensive, all-inclusive, wide-ranging, extensive.
15. founding vision (noun) – the core idea, purpose, or guiding principle.
16. The Republic (noun) – it refers specifically to the Indian Republic established after adopting the Constitution on January 26, 1950; signifies India as a sovereign democratic nation governed by elected representatives.
17. adopt (verb) – embrace, accept, endorse, agree to.
18. diversity (noun) – existence/presence of different people (from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives ranging from race to age to gender to hometown to educational experience) within group; variety, variance, difference.
19. flourish (verb) – grow, thrive, do well, prosper, develop, bloom, be successful.
20. stark (adjective) – clear, distinct, evident, obvious, striking.
21. in stark contrast to (phrase) –  very different from (something else).
22. reiterate (verb) – say something again; say again, repeat, retell, restate, iterate, recapitulate.
23. chilling (adjective) – frightening, terrifying, disturbing/horrifying.
24. two-nation theory (noun) – The Two-Nation Theory was a central tenet in the cre 
25. led to past tense and past participle of lead to (verb) – cause, bring on, bring about, result in, produce, or give rise to. 
26. bloody (adjective) – damn.
27. division (noun) – break-up, separation.
28. the subcontinent (noun) – a physiographical region in Southern Asia. It spans major landmasses from the countries of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
29. hold (verb) – believe, think, deem, reckon, be of the opinion.
30. fallacy (noun) – misconception, false idea/belief, mistaken belief, misbelief, false notion, misinterpretation, untruth.
31. reiteration (noun) – the process of repeating something (some action) for clarity/emphasis; repetition, repeating, restatement, retelling, iteration.
32. rejuvenating (adjective) – revitalizing, refreshing, reviving, invigorating, encouraging.
33. appreciation (noun) – acknowledgement, recognition, perception, understanding.
34. distinction (noun) – difference, contrast, dissimilarity, variation, separation.
35. win back (phrasal verb) – regain, recover, reacquire, bring back, make good, obtain again (something lost, such as trust, support, or territory)
36. in one’s favour (phrase) – to the advantage of someone; supporting or benefiting someone.
37. at home (phrase) – in one’s own country/place.
38. footing (noun) – standing, status, state, position, rank, grade.
39. decade (noun) – a period of ten years.
40. diplomatic (adjective) – tactful, sensitive, subtle, delicate; consular, foreign-policy.
41. pluralistic (adjective) – relating to a system in which people of diverse ethnic, racial, religious, or social groups coexist in harmony irrespective of their various differences.
42. secular (adjective) – non-religious.
43. dynamic (adjective) – effective, strong, powerful, potent, aggressive.
44. healthy (adjective) – good, robust, strong.
45. perception (noun) – understanding, discernment, recognition, realization, impression, conception, judgement.
46. in the eyes of (phrase) – from the perspective of; according to the opinion or judgment of
47. articulate (adjective) – eloquent, fluent, expressive, vocal, effective, communicative.
48. effectively (adverb) – successfully, constructively, convincingly, strongly, powerfully.
49. statesmanship (noun) – statecraft, negotiations/discussions; the skilful management of a country’s public affairs.
50. pluralism (noun) – (of people) the practice exists in harmony irrespective of various differences.
51. label (verb) – call, term, name, describe, identify.
52. opponent (noun) – adversary, enemy, foe, nemesis, rival.
53. undermine (verb) – weaken, subvert, sabotage, damage.
54. with regard to (phrase) – in respect of, concerning, regarding, with reference to, in connection with.
55. nomination (noun) – appointment, selection, choice, recommendation, naming, proposal.
56. politicise (verb) – to make something into a political issue.
57. serve no purpose (phrase) – to have no use; have no purpose; ineffective, futile.
58. mischief (noun) – bad behaviour, misconduct, mischievousness, playfulness, wickedness, perversity.

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