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devolution

[dev-uh-loo-shuhn, dee-vuh-] / ˌdɛv əˈlu ʃən, ˈdi və- /










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A digital devolution programme will create a data-sharing model between central government and mayoral authorities.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

If you’re not disgusted by this devolution in protocol, I’m not sure what can possibly disgust you.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

But in a major speech on devolution in June, Burnham said he would "oversee the biggest rebalancing of power our country has ever seen" if he became prime minister.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

On Friday, Burnham, opened his new No 10 North office in Manchester, where he intends to work at least once a week as part of his drive to increase devolution in England.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

It is evident that the Liberal Unionist seceders drew a sharp distinction between separation and devolution.

From The New Irish Constitution by J. H. Morgan

"Oh," said Mrs. Germain, absorbed by the devolutions of the tale.

From Rest Harrow A Comedy of Resolution by Maurice Henry Hewlett

It did, however, mean an increasing pressure on the government for fresh devolutions of authority.

From The New World of Islam by Lothrop Stoddard




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