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1. (n.) conflict of interest
the circumstance of a public officeholder, corporate officer, etc., whose personal interests might benefit from his or her official actions or influence.
Etymology: (1950–55)
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1. (noun) conflict of interest
a situation in which a public official's decisions are influenced by the official's personal interests
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1. conflict of interest
A situation in which an individual might benefit personally from official or professional actions. It includes a conflict between a person's private interests and official responsibilities in a position of trust. The term is not restricted to government officials. The concept refers both to actual conflict of interest and the appearance or perception of conflict.
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