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back·lash (-las̸h′)
noun
- a quick, sharp recoil
- any sudden or violent reaction; specif., strong political or social reaction resulting from fear or resentment of a movement, candidate, etc.
- a snarl in a reeled fishing line, resulting from an imperfect cast
- the jarring reaction of loose or worn parts; also, the play in these parts
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