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possession
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United Kingdom
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Common contractions for possession are used in informal English conversation in the United Kingdom.
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possession
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United States
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In US culture, the concept of possession and ownership is widely recognized in informal language.
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possession
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United States
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In the United States, possession and ownership of property are seen as a symbol of success, freedom, and personal identity, including the legal concept of adverse possession.
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possession
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Indigenous cultures
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Indigenous cultures prioritize communal ownership and impermanence of possessions to prioritize detachment and interconnectedness with resources.
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Western culture
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In Western culture, individual ownership of property is seen as a crucial aspect of personal identity and freedom.
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possession
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France
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In French culture, possession, whether spiritual or legal, is not widely recognized due to differing beliefs and legal principles.
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possession
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India
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In Indian culture, possessions are valued for their historical and traditional significance, symbolizing wealth and abundance.
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possession
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Buddhist cultures
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Buddhist cultures emphasize detachment from material possessions and non-attachment to wealth due to the impermanence of material items.
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possession
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Communal societies
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In communal societies, possession is based on communal sharing and interconnectedness with the land and resources rather than individual ownership.
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possession
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Eastern cultures
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Eastern cultures emphasize collective ownership and communal sharing of resources.
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possession
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Hunter-gatherer societies
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Hunter-gatherer societies prioritize communal ownership and sharing of resources over individual possession.
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possession
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Western Europe
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In Western European culture, ownership of property is highly valued as a symbol of success and achievement.
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