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as in delegate
a person who acts or does business for another
the club president sent a deputy to the conference to vote on our behalf
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as in assistant
a person who helps a more skilled person
a deputy supervisor to help out with routine tasks
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Recent Examples of deputy
Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 3 June 2026
Crosby, a deputy city attorney endorsed by the county Democratic Party, had sent mailers contending Bailey’s promises to reduce city spending would slash funding for parks, libraries and homeless shelters.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 June 2026
The Denver Sheriff Department is shifting some deputy disciplinary matters away from independent investigation and instead will handle them in-house, a move that narrows the scope of reforms city officials made more than six years ago.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
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Noun
The Sheriff’s Office said deputies spent most of Tuesday recovering the vehicle and searching the surrounding area.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 3 June 2026
Crosby, a deputy city attorney endorsed by the county Democratic Party, had sent mailers contending Bailey’s promises to reduce city spending would slash funding for parks, libraries and homeless shelters.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Adjective
Kapenstein spent almost 30 years at Disney, most recently as deputy general counsel.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 June 2026
The Denver Sheriff Department is shifting some deputy disciplinary matters away from independent investigation and instead will handle them in-house, a move that narrows the scope of reforms city officials made more than six years ago.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deputy
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Speaking between ballots, Tafoya repeatedly reminded delegates about the importance of winning the general election, while Schwarze encouraged them not to compromise their principles.—
Jay Gabler,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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Frederiksen said Tafoya's broadcasting career could be an asset in a primary race, though her appeal to convention delegates remains an open question.—
Liz Christy,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Kareem Dale, Obama’s special assistant for disability policy during his tenure, will narrate the audio descriptive tour for the center.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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While the traditional Google Search isn't going away, the tech giant rolled out several new updates to Google Search AI Mode, including more natural chatbot conversations, the introduction of AI personal assistants and improved online booking capabilities.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Proskey, a McKendree recruit, led the eight-team field with 89 assists in three matches, which included a win over two-time defending state champion Marist in the semifinals, and junior outside hitter Jimmie Chrusfield III had the most kills with 43.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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At one end of the field, junior Addison Szczesiul watched as a ball flew towards the goal.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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An email to representatives for Affinity Gaming was not immediately returned.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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According to the petition documents, Jackson had initially been assured by Reiner’s siblings, Jake and Romy, and a family representative that his fees would be paid by the family.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Asked for comment, an aide to Paxton’s campaign said Cogdell is a Democrat and called the endorsement unsurprising.—
Jesse Bedayn,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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If a visitor requires help from a personal care attendant or aide, that person can accompany them free of charge.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The real payoff is in watching Jackie, along with the actress playing her, slowly molt out of brand protection mode, and the always likable Goldstein is content to accept his role as a mere agent of that change.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
4 June 2026
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Epstein told them to wait, walked over to the agents himself, and returned ten minutes later.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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But that hasn’t stopped out-of-state reenactors from worrying their muskets will be confiscated at the George Washington Bridge, says Justin Costantino, adjutant of the Long Island Companies of the 3rd New York Regiment.—
Allen G. Breed,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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At the time, there were an estimated 450 greater adjutant storks left in the region.—
Kyla Mandel,
TIME,
20 Feb. 2025
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During closing arguments before the jury Tuesday, Grossman’s attorney, Esther Holm, echoed that claim.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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He will be required to attend an alcohol treatment program, Laboeuf’s attorney, Sarah Chervinsky, told the AP.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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“Deputy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deputy. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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