secessionist
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Carney, who served as the governor of the Bank of England during Brexit, as that country was debating leaving the EU, said he had witnessed the dangers of secessionist movements.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 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
The situation has stabilized in recent years following a peace agreement with the Islamic Liberation Front, the largest mainstream Muslim secessionist group, and the creation of an autonomous Muslim region.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 17, 2025
The Socialists’ candidate, Salvador Illa, is currently leading all the polls ahead of both Puigdemont and current Catalan regional president Pere Aragonès, another secessionist from a different Catalan party.
From Seattle Times ● May 9, 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
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