Lingo

Politics

47 Words

24m

domestic
1.
do
mes
tic
Adjective

relating to activities, issues, or affairs within a particular country

Domestic policy decisions affect the lives of citizens within a country.

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federal
2.
fe
de
ral
Adjective

relating to the central government of a country rather than the local or regional governments

Federal laws apply uniformly across the entire country.

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independent
3.
in
de
pen
dent
Adjective

able to do things as one wants without needing help from others

She's an independent woman, capable of making her own decisions and taking care of herself.

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official
4.
o
ffi
cial
Adjective

holding a position of authority or responsibility within an organization or government

The official spokesperson for the company addressed the media regarding the incident.

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presidential
5.
pre
si
den
tial
Adjective

associated with the role or actions of a president, such as decisions, behaviors, or policies

The presidential address outlined the government's priorities for the upcoming year.

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revolution
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re
vo
lu
tion
Noun

the fundamental change of power, government, etc. in a country by people, particularly involving violence

The revolution led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic.

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revolutionary
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re
vo
lu
tio
na
ry
Adjective

involved in or characteristic of a revolution

The revolutionary leader mobilized the masses against the oppressive regime.

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congress
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cong
ress
Noun

the legislative body of the United States, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives

Congress passed a new healthcare bill.

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conservative
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con
ser
va
tive
Adjective

supporting traditional values and beliefs and not willing to accept any contradictory change

She was raised in a conservative household where adherence to tradition was strongly emphasized.

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Conservative Party
Noun

a major political party in the UK favoring traditional values, economic liberalism, and gradual change rather than radical reform

The Conservative Party believes in preserving traditional values and institutions like the monarchy.

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Republican Party
Noun

the youngest political party in the US which has conservative beliefs and is against the high power of central government

Many members of the Republican Party oppose expansive government programs and advocate for individual liberties.

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democrat
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de
moc
rat
Noun

someone who supports social equality, healthcare reform, environmental protection, and a more active role for government in addressing social issues

As a Democrat, she believes in expanding access to healthcare for all citizens through government programs.

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Democratic Party
Noun

the oldest political party in the US which believes in social equality by helping the poor in different ways, etc.

The Democratic Party nominated Joe Biden as its presidential candidate for the 2020 election.

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labor party
Noun

a British political party which favors the welfare of workers and the poor

The Labor Party introduced policies aimed at improving healthcare and education for all.

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back
15.
back
Adverb

in or to the direction behind us

He stepped back to give his friend more room to dance.

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debate
16.
de
bate
Noun

a discussion about a particular issue between two opposing sides, mainly held publicly

The candidates participated in a televised debate to present their views on economic policy.

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govern
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go
vern
Verb

to officially have the control and authority to rule over a country and manage its affairs

Elected leaders govern the nation, making decisions for the welfare of its citizens.

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government
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go
vern
ment
Noun

the group of politicians in control of a country or state

The government implemented new policies to improve the country's healthcare system and make it more accessible to all citizens.

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democracy
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de
moc
ra
cy
Noun

a belief or ideology that supports governance by the people, emphasizing equal participation in the political process

She strongly believes in democracy and advocates for government by the people.

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dictatorship
20.
dic
ta
tor
ship
Noun

a form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or a small group, often with absolute authority, without the consent of the people

Under the dictatorship, citizens had no freedom of speech or assembly.

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kingdom
21.
king
dom
Noun

a nation or state that its ruler is a king or queen

The ancient kingdom was known for its powerful armies and vast territories.

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monarchy
22.
mo
nar
chy
Noun

a system of government or a country or state that is ruled by a king or queen

The monarchy has existed in the country for centuries, with the king serving as the head of state.

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independence
23.
in
de
pen
dence
Adjective

having a rich and vibrant shade of blue that is often associated with the concept of freedom, liberty, and independence

The independence sky stretched endlessly above, a serene blue canvas of freedom.

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human right
Noun

one of a series of rights that every human being must have

Freedom of speech and expression is a fundamental human right that allows individuals to voice their opinions without fear of censorship or retaliation.

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nation
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na
tion
Noun

a country considered as a group of people that share the same history, language, etc., and are ruled by the same government

France is a nation known for its art, cuisine, and strong sense of national identity.

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plot
26.
plot
Verb

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.

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state
27.
state
Noun

one of the political areas with limited law-making abilities that together form a federal country, like those of Germany or the US

California is the most populous state in the United States, known for its diverse culture and economy.

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majority
28.
ma
jo
ri
ty
Noun

the larger part or number of a given set or group

The majority of the committee members voted in favor of the new policy.

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minister
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mi
nis
ter
Noun

a trained individual who performs religious ceremonies, leads worship services, or provides spiritual guidance

The minister delivered a powerful sermon on forgiveness during Sunday service.

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secretary
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sec
re
ta
ry
Noun

someone who works in an office as someone's assistance, dealing with mail and phone calls, keeping records, making appointments, etc.

She's the secretary for the CEO, managing his schedule and handling correspondence.

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spokesperson
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spoke
sper
son
Noun

a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

The spokesperson for the company issued a statement addressing the recent controversy.

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negotiation
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ne
go
tia
tion
Noun

formal discussion intended to reach an agreement

The negotiation between the two countries resulted in a historic peace treaty.

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opposition
33.
o
ppo
si
tion
Noun

a person or group that competes against another in a contest, competition, or conflict

The boxer trained hard to face his opposition in the final match.

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policy
34.
po
li
cy
Noun

a set of ideas or a plan of action that has been chosen officially by a group of people, an organization, a political party, etc.

The government introduced a new fiscal policy to stimulate economic growth.

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presidency
35.
pre
si
den
cy
Noun

the period of time during which a president is in power

His presidency was marked by significant economic reforms and social policies.

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run for
36.
run for
Verb

to participate in an election as a candidate

She decided to run for mayor in the upcoming election.

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seat
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seat
Noun

a place in a plane, train, theater, etc. that is designed for people to sit on, particularly one requiring a ticket

He checked his ticket to find the correct seat in the stadium.

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vote
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vote
Noun

an official choice made by an individual or a group of people in a meeting or election

In the upcoming election, citizens will cast their votes for mayor.

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territory
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te
rri
to
ry
Noun

a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority

The disputed territory has been a source of conflict between the two neighboring countries for decades.

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negotiate
40.
ne
go
tiate
Verb

to discuss the terms of an agreement or try to reach one

The diplomats spent days negotiating the terms of the peace treaty between the two countries.

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conspiracy
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cons
pi
ra
cy
Noun

a secret plan by a group to commit an unlawful, harmful, or treacherous act

The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

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crackdown
42.
crack
down
Noun

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

The government launched a crackdown on illegal immigration, leading to widespread arrests and deportations.

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repression
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rep
re
ssion
Noun

the action of controlling people by means of force or violence

The government's repression of the protests led to widespread condemnation from the international community.

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prime minister
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prime minister
Noun

the head of government in parliamentary democracies, who is responsible for leading the government and making important decisions on policies and law-making

The Prime Minister addressed the nation to announce new economic measures aimed at boosting employment.

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Department of Homeland Security
Phrase

a US federal agency responsible for protecting the country from various threats, including terrorism, border security, immigration, and cybersecurity

The Department of Homeland Security oversees efforts to secure borders and prevent illegal immigration into the United States.

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[lead] astray
Phrase

to cause someone to make a poor decision by providing them with incorrect guidance or misleading information

The cult leader led his followers astray.

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senate
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se
nate
Noun

the upper chamber of the United States Congress, responsible for lawmaking, oversight, and approval of appointments

The Senate confirmed the new Supreme Court justice.

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