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secessionist

[si-sesh-uh-nist] / sɪˈsɛʃ ə nɪst /






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Carney, who grew up in Alberta but hasn’t publicly engaged on the secessionist movement, later gave ground, softening some regulations Smith opposed, which she welcomed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

But the 66-year-old, known for his secessionist threats, eventually accepted the decision and allowed the snap poll to be held.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

Such efforts eventually pushed the high representative to take action and annul the secessionist legislation.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2025

The Socialists’ candidate, Salvador Illa, is currently leading all the polls ahead of both Puigdemont and current Catalan regional president Pere Aragonès, another secessionist from a different Catalan party.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024

Hamilton also took note of the implicit secessionist threat contained in Virginia's statement.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis