Tuesday, February 07, 2006

Feb 07,2006

Creed

1. A formal statement of religious belief; a confession of faith.
2. A system of belief, principles, or opinions: laws banning discrimination on the basis of race or creed; an architectural creed that demanded simple lines.


When democracy becomes dominated by a collectivist creed, democracy will inevitably destroy itself

Takes its toll

to have a bad effect on someone or something. Bringing up nine children had taken its toll on my mother. (often + on) The disease has taken a horrendous toll in parts of western Africa.

to cause harm or suffering. Divorce takes its toll on the children involved.

Life is only too short, and time takes its toll.
-- from lyrics of Epitaph of Seikelos (an ancient greek song)

revere

To regard with awe, deference, and devotion.

the highly revered monarch rarely interferes in political affairs

shenanigan
1.
a. A deceitful trick; an underhanded act.
b. Remarks intended to deceive; deceit. Often used in the plural.
2.
a. A playful or mischievous act; a prank.
b. Mischief; prankishness. Often used in the plural.


plenty of political shenanigans

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