adjective
relating to or characteristic of federalism or federalists
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The federalistic system of government in the United States ensures a balance of power between the national and state levels.
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The federalistic approach allows different states to have some autonomy in decision-making.
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I don't really get all this federalistic stuff, but it seems like each state has its own say.
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In a federalistic relationship, each partner retains some independence while still being part of a larger whole.