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Esoterically

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es·o·ter·ic  (s-trk)
adj.
1.
a. Intended for or understood by only a particular group: an esoteric cult. See Synonyms at mysterious.
b. Of or relating to that which is known by a restricted number of people.
2.
a. Confined to a small group: esoteric interests.
b. Not publicly disclosed; confidential.

[Greek esterikos, from ester, comparative of es, within; see en in Indo-European roots.]

eso·teri·cal·ly adv.

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The Straussian contention that "political philosophers" were expressing themselves esoterically is anything but a subtle point.
 
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