foreign policy
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of foreign policy
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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“Negotiating a resolution that preserves freedom of navigation won’t be quick or easy,” said Suzanne Maloney, vice president for foreign policy and an Iran expert at the Brookings Institution.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Graham served in the House of Representatives before winning election to the Senate in 2002, becoming a prominent voice on foreign policy and the military.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
The late senator’s passion for foreign policy, his relationship with Trump and his fiery defense of a Supreme Court nominee were among the highlights.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
When asked about this, the White House said in an email, “the center of the President’s foreign policy is ‘America First.’
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
For Jefferson, all specific decisions about American foreign policy occurred within the context of this overarching, indeed almost cosmic, pattern.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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