secessionist

Example Sentences

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The prospect is already alarming some of Iran’s neighbors who worry that events could morph into secessionist movements that might cause problems for them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

He then formed the STC, grouping secessionist factions.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

Those familiar with Mr Dodik’s regular secessionist outbursts rolled their eyes.

From BBC • May 23, 2024

The battle cry of the Confederacy resounded a long way from its home, but throughout the Civil War, you could hear it in secessionist hangouts like the old Bella Union Hotel.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 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