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as in administration
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
government by the people, for the people
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
a board involved in the government of the distribution of benefits to veterans
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Recent Examples of government
Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
As part of its roadmap, the report recommends that brands engage in constructive dialogue with the Bangladesh government and institutions such as Bangladesh Bank and the Bangladesh Climate Change Trust Fund to develop new financing mechanisms.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
Last week, Iranian state TV aired footage that focused on a sign held by a pro-government protester.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 21 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In the interim, Omer hopes the government will take her case seriously.
—Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
As part of its roadmap, the report recommends that brands engage in constructive dialogue with the Bangladesh government and institutions such as Bangladesh Bank and the Bangladesh Climate Change Trust Fund to develop new financing mechanisms.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Unlike the anti-government protesters, who had reason to fear recognition and reprisal, those carrying pro-government placards showed their faces.
—Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
Last week, Iranian state TV aired footage that focused on a sign held by a pro-government protester.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for government
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris did not attend the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing because the Biden administration did not send any diplomatic officials as a boycott over human rights concerns.—
MICHELLE L. PRICE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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All the while, appeals courts have yet to address whether the administration’s interpretation of the INA comports with the law.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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John Rose, chief risk officer for global travel management company Altour, said strains could surface at airports more quickly this time because the TSA workforce also will be remembering the last shutdown.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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All this comes with an impressive calorie tradeoff – fewer than 4 calories per medium-sized berry, making strawberries a satisfying option for snacking or dessert when healthy weight management is a priority.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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One month after the US carried out an attack in Venezuela to capture its president, civilians in the South American country remain caught between uncertainty and expectations of governmental change.—
CNN 9 hr ago,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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He was included in the Time 100 Health list, has a Hollywood Walk of Fame star and served for 15 years as CEO of The Planetary Society, a non-governmental space organization co-founded by Carl Sagan.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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The 78-year-old British national is one of the highest-profile critics of Beijing’s changes to Hong Kong’s governance, notably a sweeping national security law imposed in 2020.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Satellite megaconstellations like SpaceX's Starlink, an increasing cadence of moon missions, a growing interest in orbital data centers and military activities are creating governance challenges that are increasingly difficult for nations, as well as private operators, to manage collectively.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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The man served 12 years in prison and was placed under police supervision with routine checks, the French prosecution office said.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The association’s 20 clinical interns will travel between Orlando and Sanford to offer counseling sessions at both sites, under the supervision of a small team of social workers and licensed mental health counselors.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Another measure, House Bill 1645, would create state versions of FEMA programs as Mississippi officials prepare for reduced federal disaster support.—
ALEX ROZIER Mississippi Today,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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Generally, the judges who’ve released detainees say the federal government is wrongly arguing that a statute that historically applied to migrants caught at the border can be applied to anyone seeking to gain legal status to remain in the United States.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Nanos claimed Cross campaigned against him while wearing his Pima County Sheriff's uniform in breach of department rules, which Cross denied.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Congress can add rules for federal races.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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Iranian officials said the ships were identified through intelligence monitoring and seized during coordinated naval operations in the Persian Gulf, a vital artery for global energy markets.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Matrix program draws on experience in low-altitude operations, safety systems, and airworthiness certification.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Government.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/government. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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