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La laïcité
This is a cornerstone of French republican identity. Be careful, it is stronger than 'secularism' as it implies a neutral public space free of religious symbols.
Examples in context
La laïcité garantit la liberté de conscience.
Secularism guarantees freedom of conscience.
Ce débat sur la laïcité divise l'opinion.
This debate on secularism divides public opinion.
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