as in administration
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
responsibility for the presidency of a major television network
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Recent Examples of presidency
Trump has repeatedly cited stock market gains as a barometer for his presidency after being elected to a second term amid voter concerns about rising prices for consumer goods.
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Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
That trend coincides with an increasingly powerful presidency and a Supreme Court majority that encouraged it.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Trump’s presidency provided both a model and an enabling environment for the Brazilian far right’s most extreme security fantasies.
—Evandro Cruz Silva, The Dial, 10 Feb. 2026
For instance, Democrats became more positive about the future after Joe Biden won the presidency, while Republicans’ outlook soured.
—Linley Sanders, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
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Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
That trend coincides with an increasingly powerful presidency and a Supreme Court majority that encouraged it.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Trump’s presidency provided both a model and an enabling environment for the Brazilian far right’s most extreme security fantasies.
—Evandro Cruz Silva, The Dial, 10 Feb. 2026
For instance, Democrats became more positive about the future after Joe Biden won the presidency, while Republicans’ outlook soured.
—Linley Sanders, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presidency
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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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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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The new document is the affidavit signed by FBI Special Agent Hugh Raymond Evans in the government's request for a search warrant.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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The government has also planned a rally scheduled for Wednesday to celebrate the anniversary of the revolution that ousted a pro-West monarchy and brought Islamists to power.—
JON GAMBRELL THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 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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Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with members of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, defending the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files while pushing back on accusations from Democrats that the department has been weaponized for political ends.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Feb. 2026
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Bondi has continuously struggled to move past the backlash over her handling of the Epstein files since distributing binders to a group of social media influencers at the White House last February.—
Eric Tucker,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Engineers tracked stability and control across each phase.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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As Farthing was assisting in traffic control, a man approached him from behind and stabbed him in the back, sheriff's office spokesperson Kim Peters said in a news release.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Feb. 2026
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The company’s forestry arm has planted more than one billion trees, underscoring a scale of stewardship rarely matched in private ownership.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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Esteemed Venus is strolling into your 2nd House of Satisfaction, supporting thoughtful choices that align with your independent values and strengthen confidence through stewardship.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Presidency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presidency. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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