conflicts of interest

A form of conflict of interest — A situation in which an individual or legal entity in a position of trust (such as an attorney, investment advisor, broker, politician, executive, director, scientist or physician) has competing professional or personal interests.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of conflict of interest
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