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Meaning of all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

Used to satirize the hypocrisy of unequal political hierarchies in societies that profess equality for all.

Examples

“But Musk's concept of what constitutes democracy is way off of what it is by definition, hence this classic "all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others" move.”
“Dear @FIDE_chess and organisers of the Championship! As known, all animals are equal, but some are more equal than others. Is it fair to provide @MagnusCarlsen a personal lounge where he can rest and prepare to the game using a laptop, while nobody else has such an opportunity?”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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