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council

[koun-suhl] / ˈkaʊn səl /


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He was replaced by an interim presidential council, but when the council's mandate expired in February this year, executive power passed to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Nagel, a member of the ECB’s governing council, said the bank was “keeping all options open” for its meeting next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

He said investment from the city council, Scottish government and UK government was needed to reverse this, and criticised the local authority for problems such as rubbish in the streets.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

The council said it would create a dedicated Financial Advice and Support Team in partnership with South Hams District Council to help residents access assistance.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

“You should understand by now,” said Gwydion, “that of what he knows, Dallben tells little. Yes, there is to be a council, and I have summoned others to meet us here.”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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