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noun
A policy whereby the state pension is increased every year to match either price inflation, earnings growth, or a third fixed rate, whichever is highest.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
Topics: business, finance
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noun
The requirement for approval by the Irish government, the Dáil (parliament), and the United Nations prior to any overseas military action by Irish defence forces.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Ireland, informal
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History
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