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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
Peter Weber, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
Halbert's case was originally dismissed by Shelby County Circuit Court Judge Felicia Corbin-Johnson, who said the outside counsel hired by Shelby County government lacked standing to bring the ouster petition.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 31 Mar. 2026
Npr Staff, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Now, ex-government whistleblowers are adding fuel to Havana Syndrome’s smoldering embers.
—Joe Wilkins Published Mar 11, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The Knesset approved the bill 62-48 amid condemnation from human rights groups, Palestinians and several European governments.
—Peter Weber, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
Halbert's case was originally dismissed by Shelby County Circuit Court Judge Felicia Corbin-Johnson, who said the outside counsel hired by Shelby County government lacked standing to bring the ouster petition.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Captured on Iranian state TV, the blast occurred close to the huge pro-government rally as a reporter was interviewing a top Iranian official.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Now, ex-government whistleblowers are adding fuel to Havana Syndrome’s smoldering embers.
—Joe Wilkins Published Mar 11, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for government
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The administration instead pointed to Crowfoot, who emphasized the state is trying to balance affordability with long-term climate goals.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Trump has said his administration's goal is to ensure Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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In 2022, while working a day job in influencer management, an opportunity for Alali to fulfill her lifelong dream of having a pig came true.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Fiber also plays an important role in promoting satiety, which may help with appetite control and weight management.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Governments can also be classified by mode of succession; for example, ascension to governmental leadership may follow the rules of hereditary succession, or it may be determined through elections or by force.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Team officials still are waiting for Illinois lawmakers to approve a proposal that would let the Bears negotiate long-term property tax breaks with local schools and other governmental agencies for a site in Arlington Heights.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Online, Black folks are constantly having this sort of public-private conversation about global current events, the federal administration’s dangerous incompetence, and democratic backsliding at all levels of governance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Mar. 2026
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The March 17 ruling triggered fury across the continent and renewed longstanding questions about the organization’s governance.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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Under-4s are also welcome to use the Kids Only facilities with adult supervision, and all kinds of baby products and equipment are provided so parents can travel light.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Lee is dating the girl’s mother, and the child was under his supervision at the time of the incident, according to an arrest warrant.—
Mark Price
April 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2026
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The original complaint claims the airport violated federal grant assurances connected to more than $1 million the county accepted since 2022, when the effective ban on ultralights began.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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In Idaho, the deadline to file both state and federal income tax returns for the 2025 tax year is Wednesday, April 15.—
Hali Smith
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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Accessibility In accordance with Japan’s progressive rules for handicap accessibility, all floors are accessible with wide elevator access, lower level buttons reachable from wheelchairs, and wheelchair accessible bathrooms on the restaurant level.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The flight was intended for the training pilot to receive instruction in basic visual flight rules and included going over downtown Fort Lauderdale, the report said.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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One law created new oversight, requiring oil companies to open their books and giving regulators more visibility into refinery profits and operations.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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While the crew will not land on the moon, NASA said the lunar flyby mission is designed to test life support systems and critical operations, paving the way for future moon landings and Mars exploration.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Government.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/government. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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