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Hens and Egg

Definition:

The term "hens and egg" refers to the relationship between cause and effect where it is difficult to determine which one comes first or which one is the primary cause.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Phrase

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A situation where it is unclear whether the hen (cause) or the egg (effect) is the primary factor.

Phrase:

1. Used metaphorically to describe a circular or never-ending situation.
2. Used to discuss the interdependent nature of cause and effect.

Sample Sentences:

1. The relationship between poverty and lack of education is like hens and egg.

2. It's a classic case of hens and egg dilemma: does lack of sleep cause anxiety or does anxiety lead to lack of sleep?

3. The political crisis and economic downfall created a hens and egg situation where both factors were contributing to each other's worsening.

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