as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
the president's state of the union speech is usually an omnibus look at the issues that the country is confronting
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Recent Examples of omnibus
arkansasonline.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Instead, lawmakers opt almost every year for continuing resolutions that extend funding before ultimately adopting massive bills, known as omnibus packages, in lieu of the 12 appropriations bills to get the new funding over the finish line.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2025
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 3 June 2025
While helping the homeless, the omnibus bill also calls for a first-time homeowner’s savings account that can be used for a down payment or closing costs when purchasing a home.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2025
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Adjective
The vote came after multiple Democratic priorities were added to the omnibus crime bill that included the state takeover.
—arkansasonline.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Instead, lawmakers opt almost every year for continuing resolutions that extend funding before ultimately adopting massive bills, known as omnibus packages, in lieu of the 12 appropriations bills to get the new funding over the finish line.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
The creation of the EDA is allowed due to an omnibus bill signed last month by Gov. Tim Walz.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 3 June 2025
While helping the homeless, the omnibus bill also calls for a first-time homeowner’s savings account that can be used for a down payment or closing costs when purchasing a home.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2025
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Adjective
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The 2015 deal, signed by Iran, the U.S. and other world powers, created a long-term, comprehensive nuclear agreement that limited Tehran’s enrichment of uranium in exchange for the lifting of economic sanctions.—
Aamer Madhani,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2025
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The 2015 deal, signed by Iran, U.S., and other world powers, created a long-term, comprehensive nuclear agreement that limited Tehran’s enrichment of uranium in exchange for the lifting of economic sanctions.—
Aamer Madhani,
Christian Science Monitor,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2025
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Buzz looks and feels different with a vehicle that sits somewhere between a minivan and a small bus.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 29,
New Atlas,
29 June 2025
Noun
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American Love Story is the latest in Murphy’s American Story anthology series, following American Horror Story, American Crime Story and American Sports Story.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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June 17, 2025 HBO’s buzzy, satirical murder dramedy (rich-people mystery anthology?—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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For a glimpse into the town's past, climb the 199 steps to the top of the 1859 Cape May Lighthouse (the panoramic views are the icing on the cake) or wander the grounds of Congress Hall.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2025
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The new location has a panoramic harbor view that includes Baby Beach, the West Basin with its docks, slips and boaters, the jetty and all the comings and goings at the harbor’s entrance.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
28 June 2025
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Amid disarray, Trump says only a Putin sit-down can save Ukraine peace talks In Istanbul, a Reuters reporter saw the first vehicles arriving at the talks venue, including white minibuses and several black cars.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Speaking of Tesla, Uber is beating it to the punch by offering rides in autonomous minibuses.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
Noun
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And maybe the next Kerouac will write a novel on their laptop as an autonomous car carries them across the continent.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
22 June 2025
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Runaway Jury, which adapts John Grisham’s novel into a tense courtroom showdown about corporate corruption and manipulation, focuses on a high-profile gun case goes to trial in New Orleans—and before long, the usual jury selection process turns into a strategic battle between two shadowy forces.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Free agency hasn’t formally started yet, but the Miami Heat’s roster is already almost full.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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Two crates full of Sam’s Club water bottles resting in ice baths sit beneath them.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Should a person rent a car, transponders are movable from one vehicle to another.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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On July 4, 1994, a car transporting Bosio’s two young children was rammed by a colectivo — the Buenos Aires public buses, often manned by notoriously aggressive drivers.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
21 June 2025
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