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paradox

noun as in contradiction, puzzle

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The paradox is that “Shine” feels like the you-est possible album.

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The paradox points to structural fragilities in many developing countries, including weak fiscal capacity with tax revenues low because of corruption, Nubukpo said.

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But the policy remains a paradox - hailed as a social reform by some, criticised as ineffective by others.

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This tension indeed “makes any thoughtful person sad,” but it will take the forthrightness of a Wallace and the moral depth of a Melville to confront this paradox seriously.

The study also helps explain the "exercise paradox," where a single intense workout causes stress but long-term training improves overall health.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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