1
as in agency
a large unit of a governmental, business, or educational organization
the Department of the Interior
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2
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’s budget nearly doubled from 2023 to ‘24 from $425,000 to $814,000.
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Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Lara urged affected policyholders to submit formal complaints to strengthen the department’s case and assist in consumer recovery efforts.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
The newest addition to the department’s fleet, dubbed Tower 22, is capable of extending 100 feet vertically and 93 feet horizontally.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
According to 2024-25 CDC data, adults who had taken the vaccine were 33% more likely not to need emergency department or urgent care and 45%–46% effective in preventing hospitalizations among otherwise healthy adults over 65 year old.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 May 2025
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Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Lara urged affected policyholders to submit formal complaints to strengthen the department’s case and assist in consumer recovery efforts.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
The newest addition to the department’s fleet, dubbed Tower 22, is capable of extending 100 feet vertically and 93 feet horizontally.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
According to 2024-25 CDC data, adults who had taken the vaccine were 33% more likely not to need emergency department or urgent care and 45%–46% effective in preventing hospitalizations among otherwise healthy adults over 65 year old.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for department
Noun
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Seven agencies were involved in the investigation, including the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation, the Rock County Sheriff's Office, the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratories and the FBI.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2025
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The agency is largely self-sufficient, financed by the sale of postage products.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 14, according to the Tribune’s archives.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Two projectiles reportedly hit the area around the airport.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Supervisors in her office allowed employees to fill out their own forms.—
David W. Brown,
New Yorker,
12 June 2025
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As Adams receded, with Trump in office, the agenda changed.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
12 June 2025
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The first in the series, Crown of War and Shadow, introduces readers to a complex mystical realm, thrilling action sequences and a new sweeping love story.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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Indeed, it’s never made anything less than a good one, with a number of them ranking in the excellent-to-stone-cold-classic realm.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Bryan Little, the bureau’s senior director of policy advocacy, said the group has long pressed for immigration reform to deal with long-running labor shortages.—
Amy Taxin,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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If something seems off, contact the credit bureau right away to dispute it.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Always check URLs, email domains and phone numbers carefully.—
Bojan Ilic,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Most targets whose names are in the public domain are at English clubs, leading some fans to suggest Newcastle are prioritising Premier League experience over cost.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
12 June 2025
Noun
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At the same time, the Royals grounds crew raced to the field to put on the tarp.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2025
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Defensive end Sam Williams returned to the practice field for the first time without a brace since tearing his ACL last July.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2025
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Despite deploying advanced models, the organization lacked the foundational elements for scalable impact.—
Diganta Sengupta,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Make sure to get an outdoor rug that can stand up to the elements.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
23 June 2025
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“Department.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/department. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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