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revolving door syndrome
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revue
re·vue [ ri vy ] (plural re·vues)


noun 
Definition:
 
musical variety show: a musical variety show consisting of skits, dance routines, and songs that often satirize current events and personalities
[Late 19th century. < French< revoir "inspect" (see review)]

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