For the purposes of this debate, the "Ravenclaw" model of education is characterized by competition, exam-based assessments, and elite training with an early selection process of high-potential students. In contrast, the "Hufflepuff" model of education prioritizes equality, individualized learning, and reduced competition.

Hacktivism refers to social movements using hacking techniques to promote their objectives. It most often aims to challenge authority, expose wrongdoing, or advocate for digital freedom. For example, Anonymous (hactivist group) deface government websites, leak documents revealing corporate misconduct, or create tools to bypass internet censorship.

A “situationship” is a relationship that typically involves emotional closeness, shared activities, and often a sexual element. However, those involved choose not to establish firm boundaries or categorize the nature of their bond.

An “Excel marriage” is a form of marriage where couples meticulously document their household contributions (e.g. chores, finances, childrearing). They ensure that responsibilities are split equally using a detailed Excel spreadsheet.

Recognition is when one country officially accepts another government as legitimate, making official diplomacy possible.

Preemptive self-defense refers to the use of military force by a state to eliminate an imminent threat of armed attack before the attack actually occurs. Under current international law, the right to self-defense is recognized only if an armed attack has already taken place.

Retail investors are non-professional individual investors who buy and sell financial assets (e.g stocks, bonds, commodities, cryptocurrency etc.).

Social housing refers to subsidized or affordable housing provided to lower income residents in buildings that are usually owned and managed by local governments.

Finfluencers are influencers who focus on giving information and advice to the public on an array of financial topics such as stock market trading, personal finance and mutual fund

In November of 2024, concerns arose within Dongduk Women’s University that it would convert into a co-ed school without student consent. The students protested in response and caused significant property damages in the process, most notably in the form of spray painting school facilites. This attracted widespread scrutiny from the media. The students are now in a legal standoff with the school administration regarding the property damages.

Chivalry is a code of conduct that emphasizes courtesy, especially for men towards women. While its origins are based in the middle ages, modern applications mostly include personal interactions like men being expected to pay for dates, carry their partner's things, or give up their seat in public transportation.

Networking culture emphasizes building and maintaining professional connections in order to know and be known by “the right people”. This could involve self-promotion on social media sites (e.g. LinkedIn) and attendance at networking events.

A Shadow Cabinet is an alternative cabinet to that of the government in power fromed by an opposition party. Members shadow or mirror the positions of each individual member of the government but have no executive power. It is the shadow cabinet's responsibility to offer alternative policies, scrutinizing the policies and actions of the government in the process. Shadow Cabinets are a prominent feature of the UK's political system.

Since 2004, South Korea has restricted large conglomerates from participating in most public software (SW) projects to protect and promote small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Examples of such projects include the National Education Information System (NEIS) and Government 24, an integrated online portal for public services.

Self-sufficiency refers to the ability to live independently, meeting one's own needs without relying on other people.