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Clique – A small, close-knit group who do not let others join them

PRONUNCIATION

(Pronounced kleek)

To remember the definition of the word clique, use the following mnemonic:

Click and squeak (clique) went their feet but she wasn't allowed into the small, close-knit group because her bare feet didn't go click or squeak.

Click and squeak (clique) went their feet but she wasn't allowed in to the small, close-knit group because her bare feet didn't go click or squeak.

 

Examples of clique in a sentence

The cool kids’ clique always sits in the last row of the auditorium.

Elaine did not receive an invitation to Rachel’s birthday party because she is not a part of the popular clique.

There are very few people on the planet who are part of the billionaire’s clique.

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