Territorial

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Conflict InvolvementPlay
Territorial often suggests disputes or conflicts over land control. SlideThe two tribes are in a territorial clash over the forest.
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Political ContextPlay
Use 'territorial' in discussions about politics, especially concerning borders and sovereignty. SlideThe UN is mediating the territorial crisis to restore peace.
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Legality ImplicationsPlay
'Territorial' may imply legal claims or rights to an area. SlideThe government asserted its territorial rights over the oil reserves.