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In military parlance, M means multi-use and Q indicates it’s an unmanned aerial vehicle.

Like all the best girl groups, every fan can pick a favourite - or bias, in K-pop parlance - who aligns with their own personality.

From BBC

At least Harold Macmillan understood, to use the parlance of his time, that history was a cruel mistress and was sure to leave him behind.

From Salon

Disney in 2021 announced that its staff — cast members, in park parlance — would have more freedom in how they appear for work, including the ability to choose gender-inclusive costumes and hairstyles.

Hustler - Kenyan parlance for someone eking out a living against the odds - helped portray him as someone who would prioritise the needs of the struggling folk.

From BBC

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

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