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Brainwash

/ˈbreɪn.wɒʃ/verb / noun
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Brainwash refers to the act of forcibly or subtly altering someone's beliefs, attitudes, or memories through intensive psychological manipulation, often involving repetition, isolation, or propaganda. In today's world, it's frequently discussed in contexts like advertising, social media, and extremist groups, where it highlights the thin line between persuasion and unethical influence that can reshape personal identities without consent.

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