1
as in departments
a large unit of a governmental, business, or educational organization
the company's main office is in Atlanta
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2
as in duties
something one must do because of prior agreement
one of the chief offices of a friend is to be there in someone's hour of need
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Recent Examples of offices
In 2024, the business now located in his firm’s original offices dedicated a plaque to Knox.
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Mary Ramsey
updated June 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
Engling touted himself to delegates as the candidate best positioned to continue the GOP’s decade-long hold on all statewide offices, the Indiana Capital Chronicle reported.
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Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Around the country, groups associated with AI and tech are trying to influence elections from Senate races to local offices, even as Americans register increasing discomfort with the technology's ramifications for jobs, energy bills and society.
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Eric McDaniel,
NPR,
22 June 2026
The anti-trust watchdog searched the head offices of Meiji, Morinaga Milk Industry, Lotte, Ezaki Glico, Morinaga & Co and Akagi Nyugyo, company officials have confirmed.
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Harriet Marsden,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
There's a lot of overlap in terms of this space, including ultra-high net worth wealth managers, private wealth advisors and family offices, experts said.
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Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The proposal also includes retail and restaurant space, educational facilities, medical offices, community gathering spaces and a technology center.
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Beret Leone,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
No longer content to simply send money to asset managers abroad, Gulf states are increasingly looking to partner with firms that will also commit to opening offices, hiring staff, and investing in the region.
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Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
The rich finish and tailored detailing give it an understated sophistication that works especially well in offices, laundry rooms, and dressing rooms.
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Jaha Nailah Avery,
Architectural Digest,
15 June 2026
Mary Ramsey
updated June 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
Engling touted himself to delegates as the candidate best positioned to continue the GOP’s decade-long hold on all statewide offices, the Indiana Capital Chronicle reported.
—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Around the country, groups associated with AI and tech are trying to influence elections from Senate races to local offices, even as Americans register increasing discomfort with the technology's ramifications for jobs, energy bills and society.
—
Eric McDaniel,
NPR,
22 June 2026
The anti-trust watchdog searched the head offices of Meiji, Morinaga Milk Industry, Lotte, Ezaki Glico, Morinaga & Co and Akagi Nyugyo, company officials have confirmed.
—
Harriet Marsden,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
There's a lot of overlap in terms of this space, including ultra-high net worth wealth managers, private wealth advisors and family offices, experts said.
—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The proposal also includes retail and restaurant space, educational facilities, medical offices, community gathering spaces and a technology center.
—
Beret Leone,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
No longer content to simply send money to asset managers abroad, Gulf states are increasingly looking to partner with firms that will also commit to opening offices, hiring staff, and investing in the region.
—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
The rich finish and tailored detailing give it an understated sophistication that works especially well in offices, laundry rooms, and dressing rooms.
—
Jaha Nailah Avery,
Architectural Digest,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offices
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The declaration activates the city’s emergency response structure, directs departments to assess damages and costs, and requests state assistance to support firefighting, cleanup, environmental monitoring and community recovery efforts.
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With the rolling back of sustainability reporting requirements, businesses also downsized their sustainability teams, often rolling them under existing departments with limited scope.
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Nonetheless, he is made king and often found eschewing his royal duties in favor of visiting brothels or hanging out with those who work for him.
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During the draft combine, Peterson voiced an eagerness to return to on-ball duties in the NBA.
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Responding agencies include the Ada County Sheriff’s Office and Kuna Fire and Paramedics.
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Since Pulte's selection, Democrats have declined to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which grants intelligence agencies broad authority to spy on overseas targets, causing the legal provision to expire earlier this month.
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Certification meets robotics Industry groups view certification as becoming increasingly important as autonomous machines take on more responsibilities in industrial settings.
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While his professional responsibilities continue to grow, Ronan remains focused on the human side of recovery.
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Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, companies that furnish information to credit bureaus have a duty to investigate disputed information.
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The credit bureaus have said that many recent complaints are illegitimate, including a large volume filed by third-party credit repair organizations that charge customers to challenge negative information on their reports.
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From there, aspiring digital nomads should research countries offering remote-work visas, understand tax obligations, develop a realistic travel budget and assemble a technology setup that supports uninterrupted productivity.
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Critics, particularly in the technology sector, argue the measure could force entrepreneurs and investors to sell assets to meet tax obligations, potentially disrupting businesses and discouraging investment.
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According to the audit, the city spent approximately $63 million on homeless shelter services over a two-year period between 2024 and 2025.
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Management cited its recent formal launch of FedEx Life Science, which provides specialized transportation services for the health-care industry, where packages can be both time- and temperature-sensitive, as well as accelerating growth in artificial intelligence.
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District officials said staffing and budget decisions are made at the school and department level by building and department leaders based on the needs of individual schools and departments.
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Some put it toward their general budgets, while others target specific needs.
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“Offices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offices. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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