democratically
Americanadverb
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in a way that is democratic, equitable, or free.
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in a way that follows the principles of democracy.
Example Sentences
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Ma Naw Phaw had just started secondary school when Myanmar's military overthrew the democratically elected government in February 2021.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
Aged between 28 and 69, the group included democratically elected lawmakers and district councillors, as well as unionists, academics and others ranging from modest reformists to radical localists.
From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026
Its supporters portray it as a technocratic, “content neutral” measure to ensure democratically enacted EU member states’ laws are applied justly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
He was succeeded in 1951 by Jacobo Árbenz, another democratically elected president.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
He was a democratically elected leader, and a progressive.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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