separatism
noun
sep·a·rat·ism
ˈse-p(ə-)rə-ˌti-zəm 
: a belief in, movement for, or state of separation (such as schism, secession, or segregation)
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Under Erdogan, Turkey has long supported different Islamist factions to further its strategic interests, especially the goal of countering Kurdish separatism on its southeastern periphery.
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Kamran Bokhari, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
In contrast to other, more mainstream Civil Rights organizations, SNCC leaders began to emphasize Black separatism, which alienated white participants.
—Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Tensions remain high between Canada and India over accusations about Indian government agents being involved in the murder of a Canadian activist for Sikh separatism in British Columbia in 2023.
—Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025
Trehan’s film does not broach the topic of Sikh separatism, but does feature scenes set in the Canadian parliament.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 5 June 2025
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Kamran Bokhari, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
In contrast to other, more mainstream Civil Rights organizations, SNCC leaders began to emphasize Black separatism, which alienated white participants.
—Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Tensions remain high between Canada and India over accusations about Indian government agents being involved in the murder of a Canadian activist for Sikh separatism in British Columbia in 2023.
—Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025
Trehan’s film does not broach the topic of Sikh separatism, but does feature scenes set in the Canadian parliament.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for separatism
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“Separatism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/separatism. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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