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WordBand 5.5–6.5Core (NGSL)
politics
/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/
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inspectornounAn official who visits places to check that rules are being followed.
amendverbTo change the wording of a law or document to improve it.
campaignnounA planned set of activities to achieve a goal.
summonsnounAn official order to appear in a court at a set time.
taxnounMoney that people and companies must pay to the government.
subsidynounMoney given by the government to help an industry or service.
ratifyverbTo approve an agreement officially so that it takes effect.
take responsibilityTo accept that something is your duty or fault.
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