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1
the supreme authority of a state or governing body to govern itself without interference from external forces
- The nation asserted its sovereignty by establishing its own laws and governance structure independent of foreign influence.
- The treaty recognized the sovereignty of each participating state, affirming their right to make internal decisions without external intervention.
- The newly formed republic declared its sovereignty, signaling its independence from colonial rule.
- The struggle for sovereignty was a key theme in the nation's history, marked by efforts to resist external domination.
- The diplomatic negotiations aimed to find a compromise that respected the sovereignty of both nations involved.
2
the power or right of a state to control the affairs of another state
- Colonial powers often claimed sovereignty over foreign territories.
- The treaty recognized the sovereignty of one state over another.
- Disputes arose regarding sovereignty in the border region.
- The empire exercised sovereignty through appointed governors.
- International law limits the sovereignty of states over others.
3
the supreme power or authority held by a monarch over a territory or people
- The king exercised his sovereignty over the entire kingdom.
- Royal sovereignty was symbolized by the crown and scepter.
- The monarch's sovereignty was challenged by rebellious nobles.
- Sovereignty passed to the heir after the queen's abdication.
- The castle represented the sovereignty of the ruling family.
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