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federalism

[fed-er-uh-liz-uhm] / ˈfɛd ər əˌlɪz əm /
NOUN
advocacy of a strong central government
Synonyms
STRONG
unionism unitarianism
WEAK
republicanism
Antonyms
STRONGEST
antifederalism


Example Sentences

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As it grew in the late 19th century, the library sought to cooperate with, not dominate, groups such as the American Library Association, perhaps a reflection of the strength of American federalism.

From The Wall Street Journal

"We want federalism for the Syrian coast," she added.

From Barron's

In a political culture deeply suspicious of authority, conservatives have successfully played the “less is more” card of federalism and divided power, leaving liberals and progressives on the defensive.

From Washington Post

Boutrous and others representing Bragg’s office have noted that the Supreme Court’s Mazars decision highlights the firm divide between state and federal law enforcement authority that the principle of federalism protects.

From Washington Post

The decision by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg to indict the former president also illustrates the beauty of the federalism underlying our republic’s design.

From Washington Post