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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
Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Taxes at nearly every level are painful, and governments — from the city of Chicago to the state of Illinois to the federal government — like to spend.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
On Telegram, Iranian channels, many of which are pro-government, frequently publish videos of events inside the country.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The National Development and Reform Commission is a ministerial-level agency of the State Council and functions as a central economic planning and industrial policy body within the Chinese government.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Taxes at nearly every level are painful, and governments — from the city of Chicago to the state of Illinois to the federal government — like to spend.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Deceptive campaigning is rampant, in the form of billboards that dot Hungary’s highways, deepfakes that dominate the internet, and pro-government messaging that fills newspapers and television channels owned by the prime minister’s allies.
—Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
On Telegram, Iranian channels, many of which are pro-government, frequently publish videos of events inside the country.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for government
Noun
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One reason why the Macan Electric has so far failed to become a hit stateside is thought to be the current presidential administration’s decision to do away with the $7,500 federal EV tax credit last year.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Helping its chances, Martin points out, is the fact that Ellison already has experience working with this administration to get regulatory approvals, having successfully completed the Skydance-Paramount merger in 2025.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Breaking Barriers met or exceeded most benchmarks set by the California Board of State and Community Corrections, including goals for referrals, case management, employment placements and housing assistance, according to the research.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Taking the time to research and select roses for our gardens that are disease resistant and not susceptible hosts is our best management tool.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Just getting to this point, with passage out of the House, has been contentious, says Andrew Schmidt, director of governmental affairs for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
30 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile in Waukegan, the permanent $500 million American Place Casino, delayed by a lawsuit, the governmental approval process and financing issues, is expected to break ground this year, according to casino owner Full House Resorts.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The second pitch was revenue, market, governance and security.—
Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The company said Nevada and Texas have modernized their corporate governance regimes and were a reincorporation option.—
Dylan Sherman,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2026
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His grandfather’s illustrations of Indian history and culture adorn India’s constitution; the iconic four-lion emblem that is the government’s official letterhead and is found on the cover of each Indian passport was designed by one of his students under his supervision.—
Esha Mitra,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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The mall proposed a parental supervision rule, banning unaccompanied minors during peak holiday business hours.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Ray said federal authorities were leading the investigation.—
Jim Vertuno,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Allen is charged with three federal counts — one each of attempting to assassinate the president of the United States, transportation of a firearm and ammunition in interstate commerce with intent to commit a felony, and discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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But with the lottery alterations, trades and free agency again will return to a forefront that allowed the Heat to return to the forefront for the majority of these three decades of Riley rule.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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He was removed from the assignments last month in what his spokesperson said was a procedural move under House rules following his party change.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Bovino, who led much of the immigration enforcement operation in Chicago and the suburbs, as well as in Minnesota before retiring this year amid criticism, declined to appear before the commission.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The agreements under discussion are expected to focus on stabilizing existing production rather than rapidly expanding it, with an emphasis on rehabilitating fields, improving refining capacity and restoring the country’s fragile power grid — a critical constraint on energy operations.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Government.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/government. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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