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think tank

A group or an institution organized for intensive research and solving of problems, especially in the areas of technology, social or political strategy, or armament.

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think tank - a company that does research for hire and issues reports on the implications

think factory

company - an institution created to conduct business; "he only invests in large well-established companies"; "he started the company in his garage"

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think tank n → gruppo di esperti

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