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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scapegoats

/ˈskæpiːɡɒts/ noun · British & US
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What does scapegoats mean?

noun

People blamed for the faults or mistakes of others, often unfairly. Animals or plants that are killed or removed to control pests or diseases.

Example

"The company's financial troubles led to the scapegoats being fired."

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