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Reform

/rəˈfɔrm/
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(noun) The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it

The politician pushed for reform by denouncing the corruption of the government officials.
In the main, I am in favor of political reform if meaningful changes are made.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The new government promised to ____ the healthcare system to make it more efficient and equitable.

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