as in deputy
a person who acts or does business for another
will serve as commissary of religious education for the whole diocese
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Recent Examples of commissary
The cookout is taking place in the parking lot of Curiel’s commissary, at 2258 California St., which services his restaurants, including Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma, Alteño and Mar Bella Boqueria, De Leon said.
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
After spending more than $10,000 on legal fees and $500 on commissary and phone expenses, he was released, Hilda said.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Mar. 2026
Similar items, such as cosmetics and general gender-specific clothing, however, are still available for purchase on the commissary shopping list.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
Jorge, who celebrated his birthday in December at Dilley with a tiny cake made from vanilla commissary cookies, spent most of the day sleeping.
—Mica Rosenberg, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
After spending more than $10,000 on legal fees and $500 on commissary and phone expenses, he was released, Hilda said.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Mar. 2026
Similar items, such as cosmetics and general gender-specific clothing, however, are still available for purchase on the commissary shopping list.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
Jorge, who celebrated his birthday in December at Dilley with a tiny cake made from vanilla commissary cookies, spent most of the day sleeping.
—Mica Rosenberg, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commissary
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The behavior of a suspect in the murders of two University of South Florida students from Bangladesh worsened over time from marijuana use, family members told deputies after his arrest three years ago for punching his brother in the face and kicking his mother in the back.—
Mike Schneider,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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As noted, city marshals, deputy sheriffs, the NYPD and a legitimate judicial order of eviction were involved.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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At the California Democratic Party convention in February, von Wilpert won a majority of delegates’ votes — just short of the 60% threshold for an official party endorsement — while Campa-Najjar won 18%.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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And over his right shoulder, a few dozen feet but a world away, FIFA delegates settled in for a luxurious catered lunch.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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At the same commission meeting, officials urged the Fontainebleau to meet with the neighborhood association and voted to have Meiner, the mayor, act as the city’s representative in the discussions.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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Following a political career spanning five decades, Webster is not seeking re-election as the representative for Florida’s 11th district, which takes in a wide swath of west Central Florida.—
Annie Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Beyond the question of criminal referrals, the commission’s report urged DHS to restrict certain ICE and Customs and Border Protection practices, including the use of chemical agents, physical force and vehicle pursuits during civil immigration enforcement.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Beginning in the late 1970s, it was occupied by actor, puppeteer, and voice artist Chuck McCann and his wife, William Morris agent Betty Fanning, who lived there for 45 years until their deaths in 2018 and early 2026, respectively.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Junior Caminero singled, and manager Kevin Cash took somewhat of a gamble by taking out his top slugger to Richie Palacios could pinch run.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Reds manager Terry Francona has appreciated his hitters’ early-game discipline.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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MacArthur continues to be represented by Innovative Artists Entertainment and attorney Todd Rubenstein of Yorn, Levine, Barnes.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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The attorney said Bjornstad had once hoped to pilot the app with Oregon State, but the ongoing situation has complicated those plans.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Huang is a minister, community organizer and member of the Democratic Socialists of America.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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However, the culture minister’s absence from the official opening ceremony will be a notable first in the history of the Biennale, which opens May 9.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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“Commissary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commissary. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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