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1. reciprocal (a.) [rɪ'sɪprəkḷ]
involving two people or groups who agree to help each other or behave in the same way to each other
EX: He spoke of the necessity for a reciprocal relationship that would be useful for all sides.
2. ethic (n.) ['ɛθɪk]
moral principles that control or influence a person's behaviour
EX: The old ethic of hard work has given way to a new ethic of instant
3. internecine (n.) [ˈɪntɚ'nisaɪn]
happening between members of the same group, country or organization
4. demise (v.)
the end or failure of an institution, an idea, a company, etc
EX: the mystery surrounding Elena's untimely demise.
5. civic (a.) [ˈkɑmən'deʃən]
officially connected with a town or city
EX: Jackson spent the day meeting with local religious and civic leaders.
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