In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CAREERISM
careerism
(noun) the practice of advancing your career at the expense of your personal integrity
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
careerism (usually uncountable, plural careerisms)
The overwhelming desire or urge to advance one's own career or social status, usually at the expense of other personal interests or social growth.
(chiefly, US) The perception that being a member of the military is a career, rather than an obligation to serve one's country.
Anagrams
• recamiers, screamier
Source: Wiktionary
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8 November 2024
REPLACEMENT
(noun) the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another; “replacing the star will not be easy”
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