Split or divided to a certain depth; bifurcate. cleft palate: a malformation of the palate, in which a longitudinal gap exists in the middle or on…
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释义 | the mind > mental capacity > belief > uncertainty, doubt, hesitation > state of uncertainty, suspense > [noun] > dilemma (7) a cleft stick1574 Split or divided to a certain depth; bifurcate. cleft palate: a malformation of the palate, in which a longitudinal gap exists in the middle or on… quandary?1576 A state of extreme perplexity or uncertainty as to what to do; a difficult dilemma. Formerly also: †a precarious or awkward situation (obsolete)… dilemma1590 Hence, in popular use: A choice between two (or, loosely, several) alternatives, which are or appear equally unfavourable; a position of doubt or… crotch1622 figurative. A dilemma. Obsolete. Morton's Fork1964 Originally: John Morton's (supposed) method of levying forced loans by arguing that those who were obviously rich could afford to pay, and those who… Subcategories:— alternative in (1) — person in (1) |
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