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classification

[klas-uh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌklæs ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /


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Ares said in a filing that it adheres to the independent Global Industry Classification Standard, while others use different methods.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The United Nations agency has said that nearly four million children would require treatment for malnutrition, a figure also supported by the UN-mandated Integrated Food Security Phase Classification.

From Barron's • Jan. 17, 2026

If words are not enough, look at the most authoritative data-driven assessment of famine and food emergencies in the regular reports issued by Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC.

From BBC • May 13, 2025

That’s according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, a collection of U.N. agencies, governments and other bodies that in March warned famine was imminent in northern Gaza.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

On his behalf, I appealed to the Classification Board, which adjudicated cases falling under the Population Registration Act.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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