Definition of Sectionalism

the condition of being focused on a specific section or sphere

Examples of Sectionalism in a sentence

It was Southern sectionalism that divided the nation and started the U.S. Civil War.  🔊

Because one company was focused on the sectionalism of its own interests, the two firms couldn’t come to terms on a merger.  🔊

The party was divided by sectionalism with one group favoring Clinton for the presidency and the other group supporting Sanders.  🔊

Since the mediator was neutral, he wasn’t influenced by the sectionalism of either party.  🔊

The latest protests have highlighted the sectionalism of the “them vs. us” mentality destroying our nation.  🔊

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