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America as a World Power: Vocabulary
corollary: a statement that is true because it follows from a previous true statement.
influence: the power to produce effects on the actions, behavior, or opinions of another.
imperialism: building an empire by founding colonies or conquering other nations
isolationism: avoiding involvement in the affairs of other countries
alliance: A close association of nations, formed to advance common interests or causes
protectorate: A relationship of protection and partial control assumed by a superior power over a dependent country or region
pervasive: existing in or spreading through every part of something
empire: a group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or one government.
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