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Lame-duck

Part of Speech: noun, adjective

Definitions:

1. noun: A politician or officeholder whose current term is ending or who has been defeated in a reelection bid, but still remains in office until the successor is sworn in.

Example: The lame-duck president signed several executive orders before the new president took office.

2. adjective: Describing a person, organization, or group that is in a powerless position or rapidly approaching the end of its usefulness, influence, or relevance.

Example: The lame-duck company struggled to attract investors as its profits declined.

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