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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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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
Similar to offices, supermarkets and retail stores around the city will also be closed on Christmas Day and might close early on Tuesday for Christmas Eve.
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Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Government offices in Hamilton, Campbell, Kenton and Boone counties will be closed.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Are government offices open on Christmas?
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Businesses and offices might be closed on Wednesday in observance of Christmas Day, including Louisville libraries and banks around the city.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Although most federal employees will be off, the White House said that the heads of executive departments and agencies will determine if certain offices and installations of their organizations must remain open on Tuesday.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
All federal offices, which include courtrooms and social security offices, will be closed.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Tennessee Lottery offices.
—Nicole Young, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Closures include the Supreme Court of Maryland, the Appellate Court of Maryland, the circuit courts, the District Court of Maryland, the Orphans’ Courts and the offices of the clerks of court.
—Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Government offices in Hamilton, Campbell, Kenton and Boone counties will be closed.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Are government offices open on Christmas?
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Businesses and offices might be closed on Wednesday in observance of Christmas Day, including Louisville libraries and banks around the city.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Although most federal employees will be off, the White House said that the heads of executive departments and agencies will determine if certain offices and installations of their organizations must remain open on Tuesday.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
All federal offices, which include courtrooms and social security offices, will be closed.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Tennessee Lottery offices.
—Nicole Young, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Closures include the Supreme Court of Maryland, the Appellate Court of Maryland, the circuit courts, the District Court of Maryland, the Orphans’ Courts and the offices of the clerks of court.
—Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for offices
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These teams, comprising representatives from various departments, ensure that AI initiatives align with broader business goals and address specific operational challenges.Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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In November, with avian flu spreading, the agriculture and public health departments jointly issued information and guidance for consumers about milk safety, raw milk and the rules in Connecticut.Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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His additional numbers this season are not the result of any slacking off in other duties or moving into a more central position.James Nalton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Federal election rules allow candidates’ campaigns to foot the bill for travel and security expenses that are connected to their official or campaign duties.Laura Gersony, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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In Florida, Our Children’s Trust brought its latest case because there still are provisions in the law requiring state agencies to prioritize renewable energy, Rodgers said.Amy Green, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Councilmen Seth Walsh and Evan Nolan introduced a motion to work with city police and engineering departments, state agencies, and surrounding jurisdictions on both sides of the Ohio River to identify temporary measures to mitigate the traffic delays posed by the southbound Beard Bridge closure.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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Look beyond job titles, pay grades and even job series, to account for comparable knowledge, skills, experience and responsibilities.Lyssa Hansard, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The phrase embodies a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, employee well-being, and the freedom to pursue personal passions alongside professional responsibilities.Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The transfers came just two days after Tisch made a number of administrative appointments, including new heads of the department’s public information and technology bureaus.John Annese, New York Daily News, 22 Dec. 2024
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However, since March 2020, late and missing payments have not been reported to the credit reporting bureaus.Robert Farrington, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
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As the year comes to a close, many of us feel the push to sprint toward the finish line—wrapping up projects, meeting deadlines, and navigating the whirlwind of holiday obligations.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Businesses might face challenges in maintaining productivity levels, meeting contractual obligations, and sustaining profitability.Solange Charas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The trio share a cozy office, their desks side-by-side for maximum collaboration and creativity.Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Schools with desks report increased attendance, higher retention among girls and greater participation across the board.Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Similarly, the Paris accord’s voluntary and scalable commitments helped sustain momentum even after the United States exited the deal in 2017.Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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On multiple occasions since World War II, the United States has made bilateral security commitments to allies and partners in comparable postconflict situations.Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Offices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offices. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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