Recent 12 Months Editorial Challenging Vocabulary

A very steep cliff, or figuratively a critical situation bordering immediately on complete disaster

The act of severely choking, cutting off, or squeezing vital resources and financial flows to cripple an entity

Reluctant acceptance or passive agreement to something without protest

The right or condition of self-government, independence, and freedom from external control

An incarnation, distinct phase, or manifested form of an entity or governing regime

Relating to rigid, complicated, and official administrative procedures of government

Granted, bestowed, or given (a title, power, right, or honor) upon someone

The act of depriving someone of land, property, or customary rights

Established, created, or built as a legal safeguard or structure

Dishonorable, shameful, or lacking moral principles

Relating to the philosophy, science, or foundational principles of law

A clever, calculated, and skillful move or scheme designed to achieve a goal

Serves as a warning or sign that something significant or unpleasant is about to happen

Having great power, effectiveness, or legal influence

To disqualify or withdraw oneself from participation in an official responsibility or decision

Halted, stopped, or delayed for an extended period

A state of excitement, widespread talk, or hype surrounding a new trend or sector

Liking something a lot or being fascinated, captivated, or charmed by something

Lasting for a very short time; temporary or brief

Recklessly bold or rash; taking unnecessary risks without sensible thought