isolationism
noun
iso·la·tion·ism
ˌī-sə-ˈlā-shə-ˌni-zəm 
also ˌi-
: a policy of national isolation by abstention from alliances and other international political and economic relations
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This paradigm largely represents the regional dynamics of internationalism and isolationism that can still be seen in the U.S. today.
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Alex J. Rouhandeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
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These are powerful signs of Leo’s commitments and a deep challenge to the nationalism and isolationism currently promoted by the White House.
—Raúl E. Zegarra, Time, 17 May 2025
While America's economic fundamentals remain robust, increasing unpredictability in trade policies, a more confrontational diplomatic stance, and growing economic isolationism have eroded investor confidence in U.S. markets as a safe haven.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
The Council was founded just after World War I. It was initially focused on pushing back against isolationism and underscoring the importance of U.S. engagement in the world.
—Edward Felsenthal, TIME, 16 Mar. 2025
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Alex J. Rouhandeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Read More: The True Meaning of an American Pope
These are powerful signs of Leo’s commitments and a deep challenge to the nationalism and isolationism currently promoted by the White House.
—Raúl E. Zegarra, Time, 17 May 2025
While America's economic fundamentals remain robust, increasing unpredictability in trade policies, a more confrontational diplomatic stance, and growing economic isolationism have eroded investor confidence in U.S. markets as a safe haven.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
The Council was founded just after World War I. It was initially focused on pushing back against isolationism and underscoring the importance of U.S. engagement in the world.
—Edward Felsenthal, TIME, 16 Mar. 2025
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“Isolationism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/isolationism. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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isolationism
noun
iso·la·tion·ism
ˌī-sə-ˈlā-shə-ˌniz-əm
: a national policy of avoiding international political and economic relations
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