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relating to the central government of a country rather than the local or regional governments
- Federal laws apply uniformly across the entire country.
- The federal government oversees matters of national importance, such as defense and foreign affairs.
- The country's federal structure divides powers between the national government and its states or provinces.
- Federal agencies administer programs and services on behalf of the central government.
- The federal budget allocates funds for national priorities, including infrastructure and social services.
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having or relating to a system of government in which the individual states have their own laws concerning internal affairs, however a central government has control over national decisions, foreign affairs, etc.
- The federal government oversees national security and defense policies.
- The state's federal funding supports education and infrastructure projects.
- Federal law supersedes state laws in matters of interstate commerce.
- She works for a federal agency responsible for environmental protection.
- The federal court system ensures uniformity in interpreting constitutional rights.
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of or relating specifically to the central government of a federation
- Federal infrastructure projects are funded by the central government.
- Federal employees work directly under the national administration.
- The federal court ruled on the dispute between states.
- Federal oversight ensures compliance with national law.
- Federal regulations apply across all constituent units.
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relating to the northern states during the American Civil War
- Federal troops advanced into Confederate territory.
- The Federal army fought to preserve the Union.
- Federal forces occupied the southern capital.
- Federal commanders planned the campaign.
- Federal soldiers wore blue uniforms.
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