CABAL

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A cabal is a group of people united in some close design, usually to promote their private views or interests in an ideology, a state, or another community. The term often involves intrigue and typically operates without the knowledge of those outside the group. The use of this word generally carries negative connotations related to political purpose, conspiracy, and secrecy. It can refer to a secret plot or a clique within a larger organization. The term also functions as a verb, describing the action of forming a cabal or engaging in secret conspiracy with others.