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NL888 Posted 13 years ago
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Does "carry high political stakes" mean "carry high political risks"?

Context:

A president and his fun-loving sidekick: A bond as close as family

Philip Rucker
Virginia gubernatorial hopeful Terry McAuliffe’s deep ties to Bill and Hillary Clinton carry high political stakes for both families.

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NL888 Does "carry high political stakes" mean "carry high political risks"? I think the intent is 'importance'.

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  • NL888 Does "carry high political stakes" mean "carry high political risks"?
  • I think the intent is 'importance'.
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NL888Does "carry high political stakes" mean "carry high political risks"?
I think the intent is 'importance'.
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carry high political importances?
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Yes: likely to affect their political success.
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