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Vis-a-vis

Description

Vis-a-vis is a French term meaning "face to face" or "in relation to." It is commonly used as a noun, adverb, or preposition to denote a direct comparison, confrontation, or a person sitting or standing facing another.

Senses

1. Noun: A person or thing that is face to face with or in opposition to another.
2. Adverb: Face to face; in direct comparison or relation.
3. Preposition: In relation to or compared with.

Usages

Noun: She stood as the vis-a-vis of her political opponent, ready for the debate.

Adverb: The two teams were performing vis-a-vis, showcasing their skills and tactics.

Preposition: The new version of the smartphone is pricey vis-a-vis its competitors.

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