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secessionist

[si-sesh-uh-nist] / sɪˈsɛʃ ə nɪst /






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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

But the 66-year-old, known for his secessionist threats, eventually accepted the decision and allowed the snap poll to be held.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

Such efforts eventually pushed the high representative to take action and annul the secessionist legislation.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2025

“I would not dare say that the secessionist movement is dead, but I can say that we are in a period where we don’t know what will come next,” he said.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024

Jefferson and Madison claimed to share their apprehensions and their political principles, but not their secessionist impulses.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis