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autocracy

noun as in government by one

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"We're at an inflection point between those who argue that autocracy is the best way forward and those who understand that democracy is essential," Biden said in 2021.

From BBC

You just finished a book on global autocracy and our embattled democracies.

From Salon

They are seemingly unaware that a 21st century autocracy is best achieved with cunning and finesse.

From Salon

That’s an indication that, a decade after the country began its descent into right-wing autocracy, America’s culture is now as degraded as its democracy.

From Salon

It’s tempting to write off NatCon, and Schmitt’s speech in particular, as an example of a bunch of right-wing kooks indulging their little fever dream of creating a white Christian autocracy.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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