Cabal Definition & Meaning

cabal
noun
  1. a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
  2. a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot)
verb
  1. engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together; "They conspired to overthrow the government"

"Cabal" in song lyrics

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  • "harvard jewish cabal"
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