juste-milieu

noun

juste-mi·​lieu
¦zhüstmēl¦yə,
-yər(‧),
-yə̄
plural juste-milieux
-yə(z),
-yər(‧),
-yərz,
-yə̄(z)
: the just or golden mean
especially : a governmental policy characterized by moderation and compromise

Word History

Etymology

French

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“Juste-milieu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/juste-milieu. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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