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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Puppet State.
Puppet State - as a noun
A government that is appointed by and whose affairs are directed by an outside authority that may impose hardships on those governed
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pupet regimepuppet governmentExample Sentences
"The country is widely regarded as a puppet state controlled by its neighbor."
"The leaders of the puppet state were mere figureheads with no real power."
"He was accused of orchestrating a coup and turning the country into a puppet state."
"The puppet state was established after the occupation and remained for several decades."
"The puppet state's policies were dictated by its dominant ally."