Secret political faction Crossword Clue

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(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

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FACTION (noun)
1. a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
2. a dissenting clique
POLITICAL (adjective)
1. involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

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