self‑governing

[US]//ˌselfˈɡʌvənɪŋ//
[UK]//ˌselfˈɡʌvərnɪŋ//

Translation

adj.autonomous; independent in government or administration; exercising self‑government; not under external rule
v.to govern oneself or itself; to exercise autonomous control

Example Sentences

the self-governing territory established its own economic policies.

many former colonies became self-governing nations after independence.

the autonomous region operates as a self-governing entity within the federation.

self-governing institutions are essential for democratic societies.

the island achieved self-governing status through peaceful negotiations.

some universities function as self-governing bodies with academic freedom.

indigenous communities often maintain self-governing traditions.

the self-governing city-state manages its own affairs independently.

a truly self-governing organization must have transparent leadership.

the territory requested self-governing authority from the central government.

self-governing regions can set their own tax policies.

professional associations typically operate as self-governing entities.

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