as in republic
government in which the supreme power is held by the people and used by them directly or indirectly through representation
under our democracy the people have some control over their lives by being able to select their own political leaders
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Recent Examples of democracy
In times marked by war, geopolitical tensions, and pressure on democracy – our foremost common good – this function is essential.
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
The point of racially conscious practices of any kind shouldn’t be to hit particular numerical targets, but to improve, little by little, the institutions in a wealthy and powerful democracy that has not yet escaped the present effects of a deeply racist past.
—Stephen L. Carter, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
Our democracy was founded on the belief that the people have the final say.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Botswana President Duma Boko said that under Mogae’s leadership, the country earned international respect for principled, sound economic management and a commitment to democracy.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
The point of racially conscious practices of any kind shouldn’t be to hit particular numerical targets, but to improve, little by little, the institutions in a wealthy and powerful democracy that has not yet escaped the present effects of a deeply racist past.
—Stephen L. Carter, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
Our democracy was founded on the belief that the people have the final say.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Botswana President Duma Boko said that under Mogae’s leadership, the country earned international respect for principled, sound economic management and a commitment to democracy.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for democracy
republic
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When our First Amendment rights are trampled, when politicians in both parties put their thumbs on the scale through gerrymandering, our republic is damaged.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Musgraves similarly aims to be a republic of one.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
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“Democracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/democracy. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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