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dialectical

[dahy-uh-lek-ti-kuhl] / ˌdaɪ əˈlɛk tɪ kəl /




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The longtime German executive is known for his love of dialectical debate and support for European tech sovereignty.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 10, 2026

Her comedy is dialectical, it rides on characters talking at cross purposes, inhabiting separate clashing realities.

From Los Angeles Times May 14, 2026

I’m a big believer in dialectical thinking — looking at situations from multiple perspectives.

From MarketWatch May 6, 2026

"I've tried antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, benzos, sleeping pills and stimulants, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy... tai chi, reiki, meditation, veganism, art therapy and music therapy," the former stand-up comedian said.

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

I acquired the complete works of Marx and Engels, Lenin, Stalin, Mao Tse-tung, and others and probed into the philosophy of dialectical and historical materialism.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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