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Pro-Statehood

Description

The term "pro-statehood" refers to the position or advocacy in favor of a particular territory or region becoming an official state of a country. It indicates support for the transformation of a territory into a fully recognized and equal member of a nation.

Senses and Usages

Noun

Sense: A person or group who supports the process of a territory being granted statehood.

Example: Many pro-statehood activists rallied in the streets demanding the region's full inclusion as an official state.

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Adjective

Sense: Relating to or characterized by support for statehood.

Example: The pro-statehood campaign gained momentum as more people joined the movement.

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Adverb

Sense: In a manner that is supportive of or advocating for statehood.

Example: The governor spoke pro-statehood and passionately argued for the region's admission as a state during her speech.

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