balkanized

Definition of balkanizednext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balkanized
Adjective
  • Israel and Hamas remain divided over the timeline and scope of Israel's withdrawal and the demilitarization of the enclave after nearly two decades of Hamas rule.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Israel and Hamas remain divided over the timeline and scope of Israel’s withdrawal and the demilitarization of the enclave after nearly two decades of Hamas rule.
    Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • The pollster was leaning against the split-rail fence, looking at the horses.
    Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2026
  • In a split backfield with Zach Charbonnet this season, Walker still rushed for 1,027 yards on 221 carries with five touchdowns on the ground and 282 receiving yards on 31 receptions.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
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“Balkanized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balkanized. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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