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Clique
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a small, exclusive group of individuals who share similar interests, attitudes, or social status
Example
The clique of artists often collaborated on projects together, sharing ideas and inspiration within their close circle.
In high school, there was a clique of popular kids who always hung out together and rarely interacted with anyone else.
The workplace seemed divided into cliques, with each department forming its own close-knit group.
It was challenging for new employees to break into the clique of longtime staff members who had established strong bonds over the years.
Despite being invited to the party, she felt like an outsider as she observed the tight-knit clique chatting and laughing amongst themselves.
