politics
US /ˈpɑː.lə.tɪks/
UK /ˈpɑː.lə.tɪks/
1.
the activities associated with the governance of a country or area, especially the debate between parties having or hoping to achieve power.
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She has always been interested in politics.
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The new law is a result of complex politics.
2.
activities aimed at improving one's status or increasing power within an organization.
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Office politics can be very draining.
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He's good at playing politics to get what he wants.