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neocolonialist

[nee-oh-kuh-loh-nee-uhl-ist]

adjective

  1. advocating, pursuing, or characterized by a policy or attitude of neocolonialism toward less powerful populations.



noun

  1. a person who supports or advocates neocolonialism.

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Example Sentences

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“It would be immoral to allow their participation knowing their neocolonialist and interventionist practices against Venezuela,” he added.

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“Imperialist and neocolonialist forces are no longer welcome on our national territory,” the junta announced.

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"To help dismantle that neocolonialist spice trade," Nareena Switlo advises, "look for brands that are actually managed and owned and operated" by the people impacted by those colonial structures.

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Criticising "neocolonialist, condescending, paternalist and vengeful policies", Mr Maiga alleged that France had "disowned universal moral values" and stabbed Mali "in the back".

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Mr. Macron declared that the “neocolonialist and imperialist” aggression against Ukraine unleashed by President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia “must fail,” calling Russia’s war “catastrophic and unjustified.”

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