"truth squad" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: truth squads [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} truth squad (plural truth squads)
  1. (politics) A group of people who attend political meetings etc. in the guise of ordinary citizens in order to promote a particular viewpoint. Categories (topical): Politics
    Sense id: en-truth_squad-en-noun-i9~I1XSx Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, politics

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