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as in agency
a large unit of a governmental, business, or educational organization
the Department of the Interior
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
that's not my department, but maybe I can help you anyway
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Recent Examples of department
The department did not immediately respond to The Star’s request for comment Wednesday.
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Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2026
At 8%, CPD has the lowest percentage of civilians among the 30 largest police departments in America, the study says, noting New York has a percentage of 31 and Los Angeles 24%.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter reached out for comment to Heritage Canada, the federal government department that regulates the domestic media sector, but has yet to hear back.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
Tommy’s is also unique in the stuffing and sauce department.
—Dominic Green, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
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Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2026
At 8%, CPD has the lowest percentage of civilians among the 30 largest police departments in America, the study says, noting New York has a percentage of 31 and Los Angeles 24%.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter reached out for comment to Heritage Canada, the federal government department that regulates the domestic media sector, but has yet to hear back.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
Tommy’s is also unique in the stuffing and sauce department.
—Dominic Green, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for department
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Trump signed an executive order on the first day of his second term directing federal agencies not to recognize the citizenship of babies born in the United States if neither parent is a citizen or lawful permanent resident.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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That’s because developers reportedly went to other agencies, most often Port KC, or weren’t subject to the requirements.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Atlanta-area native also went just 8-for-14 from the foul line in his latest homecoming after making 91% of his foul shots over his previous nine games.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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In the 2025-26 Texas high school girls basketball season, several Fort Worth-area athletes had standout seasons.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Shah Alam was released on bail this month after agreeing to a plea deal, according to the district attorney's office.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Having legal documents on hand, at a lawyer’s office or in a file cabinet not only provides peace of mind, but can prevent conflict and legal fees when tragedy or challenges arise.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Several fall in the healthcare realm.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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In the realm of culinary experiences, Hero hosts hands-on cooking classes for families in a new venue yet to be revealed.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2026
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Greenberger joined Politico as executive vice president in 2024 after a decade as ABC News’ Washington bureau chief.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
29 Mar. 2026
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According to a report by the Washington Post, Patel has directed agents in the bureau’s San Francisco office to redact the case files for public release.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
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Mamdani didn't take kindly to the Nassau County executive's incursion into his domain, CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reported.—
Marcia Kramer,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Technical fluency without domain fluency produces impressive demos and disappointing results.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Ridden Saturday for the first time by jockey Flavien Prat, Commandment dropped back to last in the field of six midway through the 1 1/8-mile stakes, content to allow the others to contest the pace.—
Clark Spencer,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Through adoptions, education, outreach, and field services, the shelter provides critical support to promote responsible pet care in the community.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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But the elements were affecting a lot.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Habits of thinking are hard to change quickly, and certainly some hierarchical elements were kept in the process of producing Documenta 14, such as the distinction between curators and curatorial assistants, who in many cases worked with artists more directly on the works commissioned.—
Adam Szymczyk,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Department.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/department. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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