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backlash
Noun
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A backlash is a sudden backward motion.
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A backlash is a negative reaction or objection, usually having a violent or abrupt nature.
The politician received public backlash soon after he made his proposal to the citizens.
allowance
Noun
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An allowance is money that someone gives for doing things, often for going to school.
Susan gets an allowance of five dollars a week.
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An allowance is a small amount of credit that someone gives to you.
Bobby's parents let him have an allowance of coins for playing games.
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Allowance is an act of allowing or granting of something by someone.