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/ɪnfɪlˈtɹeɪʃən/ · noun
The act or process of infiltrating, as of water into a porous substance, or of a fluid into the cells of an organ or part of the body..
calcareous infiltrations filling the cavities
No one should be under any illusions about the objective of the Communist Party leadership: it’s long-term, systematic infiltration of social organisations, media and government. By the time China’s infiltration of Australia is readily apparent, it will be too late.
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Infiltration means The act or process of infiltrating, as of water into a porous substance, or of a fluid into the cells of an organ or part of the body..
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calcareous infiltrations filling the cavities
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