collusive
Pronunciation: [kəˈluːsɪv]
Word
Context: "relationship"
(adjective) when two or more parties secretly work together to cheat or gain an unfair advantage. It's like when friends agree to do something sneaky without telling anyone else.
Example
The companies were found to be collusive, sharing secret plans to control prices in the market.
Example
The meeting was open and honest, without any collusive behavior among the participants.
Example
What are the signs that two businesses might be engaged in collusive activities?
Context: "competition"
(adjective) describing a kind of behavior where people work together in a secret way to avoid competition. Imagine if two classmates agreed to help each other during a game so only they would win.
Example
The investigation revealed collusive practices among the competitors, leading to fewer choices for consumers.
Example
The competitors were not collusive; they were all trying their best to win on their own.
Example
Can collusive behavior change the outcome of a competition?
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