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ni-ni
 n.— «The term “ni-ni” is just an abbreviated label used for political self-definition, but we would rather use “politically non-aligned.” “Ni-ni” may imply that they reject both the government and the opposition. This is not necessarily true. Nor are they a homogenous group. There are groups on the borderline with Chavezism; others on the borderline with opposition, and there are those who hate both of them.» —“The “ni-ni” mystery” by Oscar Medina El Universal (Caracas, Venezuela) Feb. 4, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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