1
as in government
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
the fair and just administration of the U.S. territories
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2
as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
administration of the funds was left in the hands of a committee
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Recent Examples of administration
Newsom has granted 224 pardons and 150 commutations since becoming governor in 2019, according to his administration.
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Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Thousands of people nationwide gathered on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Trump’s administration and several of its policy initiatives.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2025
Many firms are revising their economic forecasts, including the possibility of a recession, as a result of Trump administration policies, according to a new survey by Chief Executive.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2025
It’s been 250 years since Paul Revere's midnight ride, and now, the Trump administration is marking the patriotic silversmith's brave act with a special video.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Thousands of people nationwide gathered on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Trump’s administration and several of its policy initiatives.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2025
Many firms are revising their economic forecasts, including the possibility of a recession, as a result of Trump administration policies, according to a new survey by Chief Executive.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2025
It’s been 250 years since Paul Revere's midnight ride, and now, the Trump administration is marking the patriotic silversmith's brave act with a special video.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for administration
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The government responded an hour later that the mother had been released in Honduras, the filing states.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Citing Russian government information and social media posts, the outlet documented Gloss' travels, which culminated in him joining the Russian army.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The anchor has not been afraid to challenge CBS News management in the past.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2025
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Although anyone can pay their rent and earn rewards with Bilt, the company’s Bilt Alliance network of 4.5 rental homes integrates payment platforms with property management systems.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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One study found that historically, companies that do a better job with corporate governance, environmental concerns and social issues, known as ESG, tend to have lowers costs capital and financing costs.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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This is not the path toward business regeneration but one toward the demise of capitalism and transparent governance.—
JAVIER CORRALES,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Under Fidan's direction, Turkey facilitated ISIS' financing operations—including black-market oil and illicit antiquities sales.—
Sinan Ciddi and Jonathan Schanzer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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The electric vehicle maker is scheduled after market close on Tuesday to provide what is likely to be its most important update on operations since the launch of its Model 3 vehicle in 2017.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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The only issue with the price Chelsea Women was sold for was that they were bought by their parent company in a move that helped the men’s team comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in 2023-24.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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In the final weeks of his presidency, Joe Biden had proposed a rule that would have expanded Medicare coverage to include the high-demand and expensive obesity treatment.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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During his campaign last year, President Trump repeatedly attacked former President Joe Biden for his handling of the economy, vowing to boost economic growth and lower inflation.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Because of those direct impacts, regulations around the globe are quickly starting to catch up: • Canada: Bill C-27 outlines an AI and Data Act for responsible data handling.—
Anthony Green,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Saturday's talks in Rome between the Trump administration and the Islamic Republic of Iran over the rogue regime’s failure to dismantle its illicit nuclear weapons program have raised pressing questions about whether Tehran will adhere to a new deal.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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This generation also puts focus on beauty projects and regimes like self-care (hi, Sephora tweens).—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The musical will be directed by Christopher Wheeldon (MJ: The Musical), with music supervision by Tom Kitt (Next to Normal).—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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Christopher Wheeldon is directing and choreographing, and music supervision, arrangements, and orchestrations are in the two-time Tony-winning hands of Tom Kitt.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Administration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/administration. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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