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“Secretary Hegseth and the Department of War remain unwavering in their commitment to the highest standards of ethics and strict adherence to all applicable laws and regulations,” he wrote.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
The themes of the debasement trade, the store of value, central banks’ accumulation and the diversification of reserves in the aftermath of the freezing of Russian assets in 2022 are all still applicable, he said.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
An OhioHealth spokesman said, “we are confident in our position and remain committed to full compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
Stanford spokesperson Cecilia Arradaza said the medical school “prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
The McMahon Bill excluded the military from control of atomic energy, except as the technology was directly applicable to weapons, propulsion, and other military needs.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.