1
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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as in governmental
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Recent Examples of government
Chloe Berger, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2024
While this makes sense at first glance, granting access to this information also poses a tremendous threat to organizations—from top-secret government agencies to Fortune 500 companies and small businesses—if employees leak it.
—Troy Batterberry, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
There are only two vehicles hit that are considered to be 75% American-made by the US government – the Tesla Model 3, and the Honda Ridgeline, a pickup assembled at a Honda plant in Lincoln, Alabama.
—Chris Isidore, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
While early intervention in an industry may sound good in theory, the government is likely to make the wrong regulatory calls, prevent AI from reaching its potential, and put the U.S. at a significant disadvantage in the global AI race, a race that has economic as well as geopolitical implications.
—Clark D. Asay, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
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The talented entrepreneur has been tasked with making the federal government more efficient.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2024
While this makes sense at first glance, granting access to this information also poses a tremendous threat to organizations—from top-secret government agencies to Fortune 500 companies and small businesses—if employees leak it.
—Troy Batterberry, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
There are only two vehicles hit that are considered to be 75% American-made by the US government – the Tesla Model 3, and the Honda Ridgeline, a pickup assembled at a Honda plant in Lincoln, Alabama.
—Chris Isidore, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
While early intervention in an industry may sound good in theory, the government is likely to make the wrong regulatory calls, prevent AI from reaching its potential, and put the U.S. at a significant disadvantage in the global AI race, a race that has economic as well as geopolitical implications.
—Clark D. Asay, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for government
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Look no further than the evolving cabinet for the ascending presidential administration for a reminder that the answer is yes.Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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The vicious gang has taken advantage of a lax southern border under the Biden-Harris administration, with many of its foot soldiers swarming the U.S. and unleashing hell on unsuspecting communities.Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Ultimately, the environmental benefit allowed Caltrain to receive a waiver by the air quality management district to keep the locomotives in operation.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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But Osborne, 38, whose experience includes several years of house-flipping and short-term rental management, thought on it some more.Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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The move comes several weeks after the server company’s auditor, Ernst & Young, resigned, following months of disagreement over Super Micro Computer’s governance practices and board independence.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 19 Nov. 2024
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Authoritarian rivals of the United States thrive in countries where governance, transparency, and accountability are weak, making support for democracy all the more important.Michael Green, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
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The report also found discrepancies in the department’s training, supervision and accountability.Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, 21 Nov. 2024
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Searching through thousands of available masks can be overwhelming without support and supervision from knowledgeable respiratory therapists and medical equipment companies.Matt Fuchs, TIME, 21 Nov. 2024
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Tribes were in even worse shape, and Collier, a social justice advocate, instituted several reforms to federal Indian policy.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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The federal report determined the juvenile justice department ignored and disregarded the ongoing abuse, despite multiple investigations by state and federal authorities.Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Each dish will be a fascinating journey through the art of plating: a unique approach that redefines the rules of mise en place, both visually and gastronomically, from breakfast to aperitif.Benedetta Rossi, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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During this conversation, Domingo broke a major rule of the brotherhood.Selome Hailu, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
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Implementing carbon capture and storage technologies could help lower their carbon footprint by capturing emissions during operations.Sahit Muja, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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The new Premier League in-house operation will launch in 2026, with more details coming in due course following today’s decision made at a Premier League shareholders meeting.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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Jewish pioneers’ history here has been preserved at Leadville’s Temple Israel, built in 1884 for a community that then numbered some 400 and contributed to business and municipal life.James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fluoride exposure through municipal water supplies is especially important for families who don't have dental care.Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Government.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/government. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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