public service
noun
1
: the business of supplying a commodity (such as electricity or gas) or service (such as transportation) to any or all members of a community
2
: a service rendered in the public interest
3
: governmental employment
especially
: civil service
Examples of public service in a Sentence
The cost of public services is on the rise.
The station is running antismoking commercials as a public service.
The company is heavily involved in public service.
He works in public service.
She has devoted her life to public service.
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ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
While the need to fund public services is essential, the burden of Colorado’s property taxes on homeowners borders on the repressive.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.
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Graft also hollows out basic public services, leaving schools and hospitals short of essential supplies.
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ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
While the need to fund public services is essential, the burden of Colorado’s property taxes on homeowners borders on the repressive.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.
—Amanda Swinhart, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Graft also hollows out basic public services, leaving schools and hospitals short of essential supplies.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for public service
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“Public service.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20service. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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