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側近
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 側近.
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Entry
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close aide (of a powerful person); close associate; entourage; attendant; retainer
Examples
その独裁者は側近たち全員の絶対的な忠誠を受けた。
The dictator had the absolute loyalty of all his aides.
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