Fifth column
Fifth column noun - A subversive group that supports the enemy and engages in espionage or sabotage; an enemy in your midst.
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Synonyms for Fifth column
Rival and fifth column are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rival" instead a noun phrase "Fifth column".
Rival
Rival noun - One that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value.
Fifth column and rival are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fifth column" instead a noun "Rival".
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Related pairs
- opposition and fifth column
- opposition and rival
- competitor and fifth column
- competitor and rival
- bandit and fifth column
- bandit and rival
- assailant and fifth column
- assailant and rival
- antagonist and fifth column
- antagonist and rival
- adversary and fifth column
- adversary and rival
- opponent and fifth column
- opponent and rival
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