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legates

noun

plural of legate

as in ambassadors

a person sent on a mission to represent another the legate was charged with a list of objectives to accomplish on behalf of his country

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The exporters were not there as competitors, but as ambassadors for Brand Kenya.

— W. Gyude Moore, semafor.com, 27 July 2026
The alliance’s political headquarters is in Brussels, where ambassadors from member nations meet to discuss defense spending, drone incursions and cyber threats.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026

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Jackson's campaign says more than 480 of the 601 delegates who will be voting at Saturday's convention are committed to supporting him.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
In return, Gilchrest would deliver her 37 delegates to Larson on the second ballot, giving Larson a majority.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026

Definition of delegates

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There had been some initial talks between opposition leaders and Rodríguez envoys about a democratic transition, but they were put on hold following the earthquake.

— John Otis, NPR, 16 July 2026
The talks come after the Qatari prime minister met with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Tuesday to discuss ongoing US-Iran talks and regional developments.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 1 July 2026

Definition of envoys

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The hearing will also feature presentations from representatives of insurance companies.

— Jenna Carlesso, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
Entertainment Weekly has reached out to the DACC, the Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning, and representatives for Blair for comment.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of representatives

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As the inaugural case that launched our office's Cold Case Homicide Unit, this prosecution holds a special place in our hearts as ministers of justice.

— Adam Thompson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
His government was steadfast in the face of multiple protests, quick to curb dissent, and, unlike its predecessors, did not ax ministers in times of crisis.

— Aakash Hassan, Christian Science Monitor, 30 July 2026

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