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Splinter Group

Description:

A splinter group refers to a small faction or subset that has broken away from a larger organization, usually due to differences in ideology, opinion, or strategy. This term is commonly used to describe a subgroup that has separated from a political party, religious organization, or a larger social or activist movement.

Sample Sentences:

Noun - Political context:

1. The splinter group formed its own party after disagreements with the main party's policies.
2. The establishment of a splinter group resulted in a division within the party.

Noun - Religious context:

1. The splinter group broke away from the church over theological differences.
2. The founder of the sect started a splinter group that followed a more radical interpretation of the faith.

Noun - Social context:

1. The splinter group organized protests to voice their specific concerns.
2. The activists formed a splinter group to push for more radical reforms.

Adjective - Popular usage:

1. She is part of a splinter group that prefers alternative music genres.
2. The band's splinter group gained a dedicated following among underground music enthusiasts.

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