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Citizen Genet

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Citizen Genet refers to Edmond-Charles Genêt, a French diplomat who arrived in the United States in 1793 during the French Revolution. His mission was to seek American support for France's ongoing conflict with Great Britain. The term "Citizen Genet" came to represent the controversy surrounding his actions as he attempted to recruit American citizens to fight for France, potentially in violation of American neutrality.

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Example as a Noun:

Sense: French diplomat during the French Revolution

Sample Sentence: Citizen Genet's arrival in the United States sparked a political storm.

Example as a Noun:

Sense: Controversy surrounding Edmond-Charles Genêt

Sample Sentence: The pro-French and anti-French factions fiercely debated the impact of Citizen Genet's actions.

Example as an Adjective:

Sense: Relating to or reminiscent of the actions or controversies surrounding Citizen Genet

Sample Sentence: The Citizen Genet affair had a long-lasting impact on U.S. foreign policy.

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