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antipode / antipodes

when used in the plural:

place(s) on the diametrically opposite part of the globe, or those who live there

     [ "an - TIP - oh - deez" ]

Sightings:

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Pairs of opposites
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The church's speculations on geography

Digging down to Paraguay

How would it feel to fall through the Earth?
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How we see the world

The reasons why nothing could ever be done


sometimes used for Australia, New Zealand, or southern hemisphere regions:

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when used in the singular:

a direct or diametrical opposite; something contrary

     [ "ANT - i - pode" ]

Sightings:

Strange features

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Facing Mecca from the moon

Digging down to the Indian Ocean
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The nitty-gritty about the moon

Shaking up orthodox viewpoints

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