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agencies

NOUN
organization, often business-related
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Most large institutions need productive relationships with the White House, federal agencies and Republican lawmakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

A 2024 report by the National Social Appeals Board showed that Denmark's state-run adoption agencies knew their South Korean partners sometimes changed children's identities.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

First on that list should be permanent supply-chain management capabilities in federal agencies so that the government stands ready to respond to these crises.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

In a Tuesday afternoon statement, Bakersfield Mayor Karen Goh said she was closely monitoring the unfolding situation and appreciated the coordinated efforts of law enforcement agencies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Employers in a growing number of professions are barred by state licensing agencies from hiring people with a wide range of criminal convictions, even convictions unrelated to the job or license sought.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander



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