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exposé
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A quick definition of exposé:
Term: EXPOSÉ
Definition: An exposé is a statement or explanation of something, often used in diplomacy to explain why a certain action was taken. It can also refer to the exposure of something that is shameful or discreditable.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Exposé (ek-spoh-zay) is a French word that has two meanings:
- A statement or account; an explanation. In diplomatic language, the term describes a written explanation of the reasons for a certain act or course of conduct.
- Exposure of discreditable matter.
Examples:
- Example 1: The ambassador wrote an exposé to explain the government's decision to cut ties with the neighboring country.
- Example 2: The journalist's exposé revealed the corrupt practices of the company's CEO.
The first example illustrates the first meaning of exposé, where it is used in diplomatic language to explain a decision or action. The ambassador wrote an exposé to provide a detailed account of the reasons behind the government's decision to cut ties with the neighboring country.
The second example illustrates the second meaning of exposé, where it is used to expose discreditable matter. The journalist's exposé revealed the corrupt practices of the company's CEO, which brought negative attention to the company.