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as in contingents
a body of persons chosen as representatives of a larger group
a delegation from the local scout troop is being sent to the national jamboree
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as in mandates
the granting of power to perform various acts or duties
the delegation by the president to the secretary of state of complete control of the nation's foreign policy
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Recent Examples of delegations
On the second day, three delegations of very diverse series will walk the Pink Carpet, showcasing the creativity and talent of Korea.
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Marta Balaga, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Five-star hotels in the Pakistani capital have been empty, awaiting diplomatic delegations for a next round of negotiations this week between Iran and the US.
—Nic Robertson, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Naqvi briefed Baker on security arrangements, saying special measures had been taken to ensure the safety of visiting delegations.
—Will Clark, NBC news, 20 Apr. 2026
The announcement comes a day after delegations failed to reach a peace deal to end the conflict in Iran.
—Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Two Pakistani officials said discussions between the heads of the delegations will resume after a break.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2026
The meeting has put Pakistan at the center of the biggest story in the world, spotlighting its normally sleepy capital that has been preparing for days for high-profile delegations to arrive.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 12 Apr. 2026
The incident happened around noon Dubai time, as US and Iranian delegations were in Islamabad for negotiations, the official said, requesting anonymity to discuss confidential matters.
—Angela Cullen, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
The reprieve on Tuesday would allow some time for the two sides to reach a longer agreement to end the six-week-old war, which has killed thousands of people and sparked a global energy crisis, with their delegations expected to meet in Islamabad on Friday.
—Anniek Bao,sam Meredith, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
Marta Balaga, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Five-star hotels in the Pakistani capital have been empty, awaiting diplomatic delegations for a next round of negotiations this week between Iran and the US.
—Nic Robertson, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Naqvi briefed Baker on security arrangements, saying special measures had been taken to ensure the safety of visiting delegations.
—Will Clark, NBC news, 20 Apr. 2026
The announcement comes a day after delegations failed to reach a peace deal to end the conflict in Iran.
—Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Two Pakistani officials said discussions between the heads of the delegations will resume after a break.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2026
The meeting has put Pakistan at the center of the biggest story in the world, spotlighting its normally sleepy capital that has been preparing for days for high-profile delegations to arrive.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 12 Apr. 2026
The incident happened around noon Dubai time, as US and Iranian delegations were in Islamabad for negotiations, the official said, requesting anonymity to discuss confidential matters.
—Angela Cullen, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
The reprieve on Tuesday would allow some time for the two sides to reach a longer agreement to end the six-week-old war, which has killed thousands of people and sparked a global energy crisis, with their delegations expected to meet in Islamabad on Friday.
—Anniek Bao,sam Meredith, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delegations
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Kroslak’s appointment comes days ahead of the arrival of the force’s first military contingents, an advance team from Chad.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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While a few small contingents represented Iowa in the war's eastern theater, the west was where Iowans mainly engaged.—
Bill Steiden,
Des Moines Register,
24 Mar. 2026
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Housing prices and rents are inflated by restrictive zoning laws, union work and pay scale mandates, excessive building codes and environmental requirements, litigation and planning process delays, anti-landlord policies that favor deadbeats and squatters, and the list goes on.—
Adam B. Summers,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Housing prices and rents are inflated by restrictive zoning laws, union work and pay scale mandates, excessive building codes and environmental requirements, litigation and planning process delays, anti-landlord policies that favor deadbeats and squatters, and the list goes on.—
Adam Summers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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In Oklahoma, a former state superintendent threatened schools' accreditations.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
12 Mar. 2026
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European Film Market Head Tanja Meissner has hailed this year’s edition as the busiest since the Covid pandemic with accreditations expected to come in at least three percent higher than last year although final figures have yet to confirmed.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Delegations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delegations. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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