No. 12,435 in German
vorgängerregierung
"Vorgängerregierung" means "previous government" or "predecessor government."
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Die Vorgängerregierung setzte sich für umfassende Reformen ein.
The predecessor government advocated for comprehensive reforms.
Here, 'Vorgängerregierung' refers to the government that was in power before the current one, emphasizing its policies.
Viele Bürger machen die Vorgängerregierung für die aktuelle Wirtschaftslage verantwortlich.
Many citizens blame the previous government for the current economic situation.
In this case, 'Vorgängerregierung' is used to identify the administration that preceded the one currently governing, focusing on accountability.
Die Errungenschaften der Vorgängerregierung wurden während der Konferenz hervorgehoben.
The achievements of the predecessor government were highlighted during the conference.
Here, 'Vorgängerregierung' is used to highlight the past administration's accomplishments as observed in retrospect.
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