internal contradiction

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A contradiction that exists within a person, idea, or system.

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  • The theory collapsed when critics exposed its fundamental internal contradiction.
  • He struggled with the internal contradiction of wanting success but fearing the spotlight.
  • The party's platform is plagued by an internal contradiction between fiscal conservatism and increased social spending.
  • The protagonist's charm is rooted in the deep internal contradiction of his character.
  • There's an internal contradiction in a company that claims to be eco-friendly but uses unsustainable packaging.
  • A key internal contradiction of modern society is the tension between individualism and community.
  • To resolve this internal contradiction, the system must fundamentally change its core principles.
  • The investigation revealed a glaring internal contradiction in his testimony.
  • This internal contradiction has been a source of debate among scholars for decades.
  • Uncovering the internal contradiction of the ideology was the main focus of her research paper.