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Puppet State

Description:

A puppet state refers to a government or political entity that appears to be independent, but is actually controlled by an external power or authority. In this arrangement, the puppet state typically lacks genuine sovereignty and mainly serves the interests and agendas of the controlling entity.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. In the context of politics, a puppet state is a nation or entity that is subject to the dominance and manipulation of a more powerful country. The puppet state government is controlled by the external power to serve its own interests.

2. Puppet state can also refer to a satellite state, where a country is theoretically independent but is heavily influenced by a more powerful nation without direct control.

Sample Sentences:

1. The small country was declared a puppet state since its leadership was handpicked by the neighboring superpower.

2. Despite having its own government, the puppet state remained completely subservient to its dominant neighbor.

3. The citizens of the puppet state yearned for true independence, free from the control of their manipulative rulers.

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