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Principle

/prˈɪnsəpəl/
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(noun) A fundamental assumption or guiding belief.

What is the principle reason for going to school?
That doesn't accord with my principle.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She refused to compromise on her ____ of honesty, even when it would have been easier to stay silent.

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