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 court will have spaces for five food trucks, as well as a two-story building that will work as a commissary for the tenants.
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Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
In 2025, the Pentagon explored privatizing commissaries, soliciting interest from commercial retailers and investment firms to take over operations at 178 domestic locations.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 26 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
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Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
In 2025, the Pentagon explored privatizing commissaries, soliciting interest from commercial retailers and investment firms to take over operations at 178 domestic locations.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 26 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commissary
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Pursued by legendary lawman Pat Garrett and his ambitious young deputy, Ross takes refuge at a remote homestead ravaged by diphtheria.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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The deputy then spoke with the boy, who said the water bottle Schuman threw hit him on the side of his stomach and knocked his phone down.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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State delegates wrote a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink, claiming there has been a lack of transparency surrounding the leak.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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They are given the task of hosting world leaders, dignitaries, and delegates—and, as every Southerner knows, that means serving up the perfect menu.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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The representative said that the club remedied the citations within 48 hours and passed its next inspection, though the downstairs kitchen remains closed due to renovations.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Elizabeth Gower, a representative for the Dome’s ownership group, opened the call with a brief presentation about the venue and a request that a liquor license be granted in perpetuity, as the company’s current permit with the city was set to expire.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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The debate also reflected the broader political moment, with several candidates positioning themselves either as defenders of California’s current direction or as agents of course correction on public safety, cost of living, and trust in government.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Though many people come to far West Texas for its isolation—the Unabomber’s slightly less reclusive brother did a stint here in the eighties, living at first in a crude underground shelter—Miller said that immigration-enforcement agents have been an intrusive presence for many years.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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In the meantime, Chisholm’s teammates and manager expressed confidence in his ability to turn things around with plenty of baseball left to play.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
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Guardians manager Stephen Vogt missed his second straight game because of a viral infection but is expected to be back in the dugout Tuesday night.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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An attorney for Sohail did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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If the divorce paperwork does not address the loan, or if your former spouse cannot qualify to refinance, talk with your family law attorney about your options.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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The Malian defense minister was among those killed in the initial attacks after a suicide truck bomber targeted his home near the capitol Bamako.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
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Government ministers have insisted that now is not the moment for a change at the top.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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“Commissary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commissary. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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