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also sovranty
1
as in independence
the state of being free from the control or power of another
upon leaving home she felt that she had achieved sovereignty for the first time in her life
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2
as in nation
a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
as parts of the same sovereignty, the states should not enact laws intended to harm one another economically
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as in dominance
controlling power or influence over others
the gradual sovereignty of English as the language of international communication
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Recent Examples of sovereignty
In 1994, as part of the Budapest Memorandum Ukraine gave up approximately 1,700 nuclear weapons with a promise from the U.S., Russia and United Kingdom that Ukraine’s sovereignty would be honored in the future.
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Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
By delivering tangible value and expertise, the United States would position itself as a helpful partner safeguarding regional sovereignty.
—Matias Spektor, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
If not, aggressive autocrats around the world could learn that violating the sovereignty of weaker neighbors pays off.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
This would apply to all mineral resources, including oil and gas, and major energy assets which Ukrainian officials fear would undermine their nation's sovereignty.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
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Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
By delivering tangible value and expertise, the United States would position itself as a helpful partner safeguarding regional sovereignty.
—Matias Spektor, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
If not, aggressive autocrats around the world could learn that violating the sovereignty of weaker neighbors pays off.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
This would apply to all mineral resources, including oil and gas, and major energy assets which Ukrainian officials fear would undermine their nation's sovereignty.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sovereignty
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.—
David Betancourt,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The manager leads on a wide range of complex duties requiring a high degree of independence and discretionary judgment.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Leger Fernández and others wrote to Trump and the Department of Homeland Security on Jan. 28 after receiving complaints from constituents and tribal nations that federal agents were pressing tribal citizens in New Mexico for their immigration status, raising concerns about racial profiling.—
Nicole Foy,
ProPublica,
14 Apr. 2025
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To analyze which nation might blink first, CNN examined China’s largest imports from the United States — soybeans — to see if and how that demand could be met elsewhere, what US farmers stand to lose and more.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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To be sure, Republican dominance in the 2030s is not a foregone conclusion.—
Jonathan J. Cooper and Kevin S. Vineys,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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While Beijing holds a significant position in the group, there is still much internal caution amongst other member nations over Beijing’s dominance and potential trade imbalances, according to MIT’s Papas.—
Abby Ryanto,
CNBC,
17 Jan. 2025
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Rebels and others are opening the gates of Assad’s many prisons, and the world is watching as captives walk from their cells to freedom.—
Tony Hunter,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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But money does buy options, freedom, and security.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The principle is rooted in the separation of powers and states that Congress cannot delegate its legislative powers to executive branch agencies.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2025
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Approximately 20 states have recognized the need to explore alternative ways to fund roads and highways that meet the demand of their users.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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Jony and Line compete like gang members for affection and domination against bawdy Jane (Anamaria Vartolomei) and Rudy (Julien Manier), who wield laser swords and decapitate their enemies.—
Armond White,
National Review,
14 Mar. 2025
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Their arrival back on the big stage coincided with the beginning of City’s era of domination in their second year under Pep Guardiola.—
Andy Naylor,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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This visit was very important signal for our partners that Kyiv, much more safety right now, and also very important signal that Great Britain stay together with Ukraine, support Ukraine -- support our country in the fight for our freedom, for our independency.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2022
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.—
Barton Swaim,
WSJ,
27 Dec. 2021
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In a recent statement to The Center Square, PJM spokesman Jeff Shields said that the organization has managed generation transitions in the commonwealth for decades, including the switch from coal to natural gas over the last 20 years.—
Christen Smith | The Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Apr. 2025
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Some 47,000 people live in the commonwealth, according to U.S. Census data, mostly on the islands of Saipan, Rota and Tinian.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Sovereignty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sovereignty. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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