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confederations
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a union or league of political entities or organizations, often for common purposes
- The confederation of states agreed to share resources.
- Canada was formed as a confederation of provinces.
- The trade confederation regulated commerce between member cities.
- The confederation maintained a central council for decision-making.
- Historical confederations often arose for mutual defense.
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2
the process of forming an alliance or union of entities
- The confederation of several clans strengthened their position.
- Talks on confederation began to unite the smaller kingdoms.
- Political leaders discussed confederation to ensure regional stability.
- The confederation of local councils created a joint administration.
- The movement for confederation gained widespread support.
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