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conspiracy of silence


conspiracy of silence

Definition of CONSPIRACY OF SILENCE

: a secret agreement to keep silent about an occurrence, situation, or subject especially in order to promote or protect selfish interests

First Known Use of CONSPIRACY OF SILENCE

1865

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