colonial

Example Sentences

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Unlike coup leaders elsewhere in West Africa, Doumbouya has not outrightly rejected the former colonial power France in favour of Russia.

From BBC

There have long been sore spots between the two neighbours, including historical grievances from Japan's colonial rule and territorial disputes.

From BBC

"He was part of the colonial system," Museveni told the Global Indian Network in a recent interview.

From BBC

The yearly prisoner amnesty "on humanitarian and compassionate grounds", according to the national security council, comes as the country marks 78 years of independence from British colonial rule.

From Barron's

While the majority were handed over to colonial authorities and some were housed in the Indian Museum in Kolkata, Peppe kept a treasure trove of jewels.

From Barron's