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as in administration
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
government by the people, for the people
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
a board involved in the government of the distribution of benefits to veterans
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Recent Examples of government
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Feb. 2026
The military helicopter that collided with a regional jet outside Reagan National Airport in January 2025 was on a continuity of government mission — training to keep the federal government functioning in case of catastrophe.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The message pressures immediate action, directs users to non-government websites, and requests sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, bank details or login credentials.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Today, the focus is shifting toward servers and solar arrays as governments and private companies rethink where the world's most powerful computers should operate.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Feb. 2026
The military helicopter that collided with a regional jet outside Reagan National Airport in January 2025 was on a continuity of government mission — training to keep the federal government functioning in case of catastrophe.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Armed groups, including the Tren de Aragua criminal network and pro-government collectives, still control large swaths of territory, challenging the authority of the interim government and complicating efforts to restore public security.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The message pressures immediate action, directs users to non-government websites, and requests sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, bank details or login credentials.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for government
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For this assessment of Zelensky’s position, CNN spoke to some of those closest to the president – including his wife and his speechwriter – as well as diplomats and politicians from Europe and the US who have worked closely with him and his administration.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The emails indicate that Ruemmler, who served as White House counsel under President Barack Obama, forwarded Epstein’s internal material related to the administration’s handling of the 2012 Secret Service prostitution scandal, asking for his input in communicating with reporters.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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For instance, the current system demonstrates radio-frequency communication, but full spacecraft electronics involve many other components, including processors, memory systems, and power management units.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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Fifty-year-old Daniel Taylor, a professor of marketing and supply chain management at the university’s Rawls College of Business, faces a charge of conspiracy to distribute or possess with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Feb. 2026
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Using these governmental resources, libraries across the nation have launched workshops to promote digital literacy regardless of someone’s starting point.—
Rachel Curry,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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Is this a comedown for blockchain technology, which began as a rebellion against Wall Street and governmental control of global finance?—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The agreement focuses on effective governance and so far enjoys broad support from most major political parties and coalitions.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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The legislation laid out in detail a governance structure that satisfied lenders financing the transaction by giving the borrower, the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, control over decision making for three years after the deal closed.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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Regarding Anthropic’s other red line, autonomous weapons, the definition is narrow enough to be manageable—systems that select and engage targets without human supervision.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
21 Feb. 2026
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Although she was quickly released from federal custody, Armstrong is subject to probation officer supervision while awaiting trial.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Feb. 2026
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If convicted, each defendant faces a maximum of 20 years in federal prison.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Feb. 2026
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The case has captured national attention, as Savannah Guthrie has pleaded for her mother's return and federal law enforcement descended on the state to aid in the search.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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The comments followed controversy over Stephen Colbert's assertions that CBS decided not to air its interview with Talarico because of the rule.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday passed new legislation that gives amnesty to hundreds of people who were prosecuted or convicted for political reasons during 27 years of authoritarian rule.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The project also required coordinated operation between the large heat pump and the mechanical vapor recompression unit across all operating phases, with system integration and process control designed to ensure stable and efficient performance under varying production conditions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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The two bases have long served as crucial overseas US military staging posts for operations far from home, with Diego Garcia a key airfield for the US’ heavy bomber fleet.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Government.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/government. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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