separatist

Example Sentences

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Unlike the decades-old, highly organized independence movement in French-speaking Quebec province, Alberta's fractious separatist camp has not previously threatened Canadian unity.

From Barron's

The military is stretched thin on other fronts as well, including fighting armed gangs known as "bandits" in the northwest and separatists in the southeast.

From Barron's

Late last year over 430,000 signatures were gathered for a petition calling for a united Canada to counter the separatist push, and polls indicate a majority of Albertans want to stay in Canada.

From BBC

However, remaining separatists threaten the government's position in some places, including the southern port of Aden.

From BBC

Saudi Arabia, which borders one of the regions seized by the STC separatists, appeared at first to accept the STC’s gambit to control more territory.

From Los Angeles Times