Law
Meaning: denial to allow rebellious activities, usually by rigid and strict application of the rules;
Example: There is zero tolerance towards any gender bias in this company. Read on
Meaning: a principle that is kept to
Example: As a rule of thumb, I do not start a new project on Fridays. Read on
Meaning: existing in fact
Example: English is de facto the common language of much of the world today. Read on
Meaning: having a right or existence as stated by law
Example: The president aims to create a de jure one-party state. Read on
Meaning: regards a person as innocent unless confirmed otherwise
Example: Let's give her the benefit of the doubt and assume that she is right. Read on
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