as in state
a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
laws that will benefit all the citizens of the commonwealth
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Recent Examples of commonwealth
Whatever happens in the commonwealth around recreational cannabis may well do so again, especially as fewer states have the option of adopting recreational cannabis via the ballot.
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Daniel J. Mallinson, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
In addition to being the birthplace of beloved baked goods like the Boston cream pie and chocolate chip cookie, the commonwealth also boasts one of the finest dining scenes in all of New England.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
It should also be flown at half-staff at all federal facilities in the state, congressional district, territory or commonwealth of these officials.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
Calleja directed cultural and national events including the commonwealth heads of government meeting opening ceremony in 2015 and Malta’s presidency of the council of the EU cultural program in 2017.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025
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Daniel J. Mallinson, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
In addition to being the birthplace of beloved baked goods like the Boston cream pie and chocolate chip cookie, the commonwealth also boasts one of the finest dining scenes in all of New England.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
It should also be flown at half-staff at all federal facilities in the state, congressional district, territory or commonwealth of these officials.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
Calleja directed cultural and national events including the commonwealth heads of government meeting opening ceremony in 2015 and Malta’s presidency of the council of the EU cultural program in 2017.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commonwealth
Noun
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The group has worked on federal and state projects used by millions of Americans.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2025
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Singleton won a section and state title in 2000 at Compton Dominguez when Tyson Chandler was his star player.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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And in this battle, U.S. platforms are increasingly leaning on American laws to challenge other nation’s regulations.—
Camille Grenier,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2025
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Universities are our nation’s most important sources of ideas, science and the search for truth.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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Reece shows Freddy that desperate times can call for operating outside the lines, while Freddy’s commitment to family, country, and cause will help guide Reece on his path to redemption.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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Even with the new deal, the original 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from all countries will still go into effect on Wednesday as planned, according to White House spokesman Kush Desai.—
Michelle Stoddart,
ABC News,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Commonwealth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commonwealth. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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