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Term: Checks and Balances

Description:

Checks and balances is a system built into the government that ensures no one branch has too much power. It promotes a balance of power, protecting against abuse of power and ensuring accountability.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun (Political Science)

In political science, checks and balances refer to the system of controls and restraints on the powers of the three branches of government: the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Example Sentence: The checks and balances within the government prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

2. Noun (Business/Economics)

In business and economics, checks and balances refer to the mechanisms and procedures in place to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in financial and operational processes.

Example Sentence: The company's internal controls and checks and balances helped prevent fraudulent activities.

3. Plural Noun (General Usage)

Checks and balances, in a broader sense, refer to any system or set of rules that ensure a fair and equitable distribution of power, authority, or resources.

Example Sentence: The organization implemented checks and balances to promote fairness and prevent favoritism.

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