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autonomous region

Description:

An autonomous region refers to a geographic area that possesses a certain degree of self-governance and has political, cultural, or administrative authority over its internal affairs. Within a larger nation or state, an autonomous region may have the power to make decisions regarding local policies, laws, and regulations.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Catalonia region in Spain is an autonomous region with its own parliament and president.
2. Tibet is designated as an autonomous region within China, giving it a level of self-governance.
3. The tribal territories have been granted the status of an autonomous region, allowing them to manage their own affairs.
4. As an autonomous region, the province is responsible for its own economic development and public services.

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