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devolution

[dev-uh-loo-shuhn, dee-vuh-] / ˌdɛv əˈlu ʃən, ˈdi və- /










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If you’re not disgusted by this devolution in protocol, I’m not sure what can possibly disgust you.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, has made devolution a centrepiece of his agenda in the early weeks of his premiership.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

On Friday, Burnham, opened his new No 10 North office in Manchester, where he intends to work at least once a week as part of his drive to increase devolution in England.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

Burnham was described as speaking about his hope that devolution could help re-industrialise the UK, "creating jobs, transforming high streets and reviving local economies."

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

In 1879 Mr. Gladstone advocated devolution, and devolution on federal lines, for the relief of Parliament.

From The New Irish Constitution by Morgan, J. H.

It did, however, mean an increasing pressure on the government for fresh devolutions of authority.

From The New World of Islam by Stoddard, Lothrop

"Oh," said Mrs. Germain, absorbed by the devolutions of the tale.

From Rest Harrow A Comedy of Resolution by Hewlett, Maurice Henry




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