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Collusion

usgb/kəˈluːʒn/Volume
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Secretive Nature

Collusion always involves secrecy. It's not done openly, as it involves deceit or trickery.

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The employees were in collusion to embezzle funds, holding secret meetings to plan.
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Negative Connotations

Collusion suggests dishonesty and is used in contexts where trust is betrayed.

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The two firms were in collusion to fix prices, which is unfair to customers.
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Not Always Illegal

Collusion is not always against the law but is generally viewed as unethical or unfair.

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Their collusion to exclude her from meetings wasn't illegal, but it was morally questionable.
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