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senator

[sen-uh-ter] / ˈsɛn ə tər /
NOUN
statesperson
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And Richard Blumenthal, another Democratic senator, said there were "widespread reports of shortages of basic supplies, water contamination, plumbing issues, deteriorating mental health, deck safety concerns" on the ship.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

This is a depressingly resigned and remarkably fatalistic admission from a U.S. senator.

From Slate Aug. 7, 2026

A Rhodes scholar who cites economist Adam Smith in making his case about the need for more regulation and taxation, El-Sayed would be the first Muslim senator if elected this fall.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

Oregon is the only West Coast state with a U.S. senator up for reelection this year, Democrat Jeff Merkley, who is seeking a fourth term.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

This was where the senator preferred to hold his meetings, weave his intrigues, forge his deals, and, in his lonely hours, closet himself to release his rage, his frustrated desire, or his sorrow.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende

Asked by senators whether the immunity remained in effect anyway, Blanche said yes; the ruling, he said, was under “review.”

From Slate Aug. 10, 2026

Allen also is backed by California’s two U.S. senators and the leaders of the state Senate and Assembly.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

While both Michigan senators are currently Democrats, it is seen as a swing state.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

The move clears the way for Blanche to be confirmed by US senators to his job on a permanent basis.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

Her presence in Rome was having the desired effect on Caesar even if it was making his fellow senators tense.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby




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