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litmus test

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a litmus test
something that shows clearly what someone's opinions or intentions are. His views on abortion are effectively a litmus test of his views on women's rights.
See also: test

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Investors viewed the IPO as a crucial litmus test to determine whether other hedge funds will follow Fortress onto the stock market.
Perhaps nothing better exemplified the district than 7 World Trade Center, whose leasing success many considered a litmus test for the long-term prospects of the district and the need for the millions of squaree feet of new office space planned at the WTC site.
revenue be spent on development in Mexico versus protecting our national borders, is a pretty telling litmus test of what passes for diplomacy out of Mexico.
 
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