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factionally
adverb
uk /ˈfæk.ʃən.əl.i/ us /ˈfæk.ʃən.əl.i/
in a way that involves a group within a larger group, especially one with different ideas from the main group:
The resistance forces were divided factionally and so were less able to take effective action.
The organization was factionally divided and structurally weak.
Despite the new leader's best efforts, the party still operates factionally.
If the unions could stop acting factionally and work together, they would have a powerful voice.
A number of factionally like-minded members of the community have challenged the politicians.
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