political
adjective
po·lit·i·cal
pə-ˈli-ti-kəl 
1
a
: of or relating to government, a government, or the conduct of government
b
: of, relating to, or concerned with the making as distinguished from the administration of governmental policy
2
: of, relating to, involving, or involved in politics and especially party politics
3
: organized in governmental terms
political units
4
: involving or charged or concerned with acts against a government or a political system
political prisoners
Examples of political in a Sentence
The senator has changed political parties.
Health care has become a major political issue in recent years.
a group of political activists
We need a political solution rather than a military solution.
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So while Oyun-Erdene’s demise was likely rooted in factional bickering rather than a nefarious power grab, the debacle contains a stark warning that Mongolia’s political class needs to start pulling in the same direction for cherished freedoms to be secured.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 13 June 2025
The Marines are trained to fight foreign adversaries, not rein in political demonstrators on U.S. soil.
—William Hartung, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Known for his outspoken floor speeches and frequent criticism of bipartisan bills, May had also built a reputation as a disruptive political consultant, backing challengers against sitting GOP incumbents.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Isaacman's nomination was pulled for political reasons.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2025
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 13 June 2025
The Marines are trained to fight foreign adversaries, not rein in political demonstrators on U.S. soil.
—William Hartung, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Known for his outspoken floor speeches and frequent criticism of bipartisan bills, May had also built a reputation as a disruptive political consultant, backing challengers against sitting GOP incumbents.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Isaacman's nomination was pulled for political reasons.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2025
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“Political.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/political. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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political
adjective
po·lit·i·cal
pə-ˈlit-i-kəl
1
: of or relating to a government or the conduct of government
2
: of or relating to politics
3
: organized in governmental terms
political units
4
: involving, concerned with, or accused of acts against a government or political system
political prisoners
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